Being a talking pig is not easy, particularly if you belong to a lawyer. Patrick the pig not only finds himself involved with the Parish Council but also finds himself on trial. Will he be able to save the local Christmas festivities?

This is a comedy of pigs, law and Christmas which, like seasonal punch, should be enjoyed for warm seasonal cheer, or sometimes just enjoyed for a bit of laughter at humans' expense.

"A very entertaining book, full of humour that had me chuckling along with the wisdom of a very clever pig." - Review by D for The World According to Patrick White.