The Nest

Every family has its problems, but the Plumb family is particularly dysfunctional. Tensions reach a breaking point one cold afternoon in New York City as Melody, Beatrice, and Jack confront their reckless older brother, Leo, who has just been released from rehab. Months earlier, Leo's drunken driving accident endangered their joint trust fund, 'The Nest,' which they are about to receive. Intended by their deceased father as a modest mid-life supplement, the fund's value has soared, and the siblings have relied on it to address their self-inflicted issues. Melody, a suburban wife and mother, faces an unwieldy mortgage and college tuitions for her twin daughters. Jack, an antiques dealer, has secretly borrowed against his beach cottage to keep his store afloat. Bea, a once-promising writer, struggles to finish her overdue novel. As they confront Leo, they must grapple with old resentments, present-day truths, and the emotional and financial fallout from the accident. This story explores the power of family, the nature of friendship, and the ways we depend on and disappoint one another. In this tender and entertaining debut, the author brings to life a remarkable cast of characters, illuminating the impact of money on relationships and the complex ties that bind us to those we love.