Charlie Manx fights for his life. Millie Manx determines to never let the lights go out in Christmasland again. Bing receives a long awaited call. Wayne McQueen, attempting to understand his mother, walks headlong into danger.

Vic McQueen takes the Shorter Way to Haverhill. Lou and Wayne face a terrible threat in her absence. Charlie Manx engages an old friend for a mysterious favor. Millie Manx confronts the past.

Bing Partridge has some questions for Charlie Manx. Manx revisits his difficult childhood. Millie meets an old friend. Wayne is put to a choice.

Vic and Maggie embark on a dangerous journey. Charlie Manx confronts his deepest fears. As her world falls apart, Millie must choose between freedom and her father.