Jason R. Arbour

Five years after an economic catastrophe, the government and banks have collapsed. At a fortified village in rural Quebec, three individuals with very different pasts see their destinies unwillingly intertwined. Léon is part of a band of honest scavengers. Following a murderous attack, Léon has a falling out with the surviving members of his gang. Marianne, survivor of a brutal assault and the last living member of her family, is travelling to the village to find her aunt — and is soon to find that her attackers are there too. Old Bob has only one goal, to reconnect and make peace with his brother, since years estranged. During his journey, he encounters Josée, a teen with attitude who sees a father figure in him. After a bloody altercation at a bar, Bob has no choice but to tolerate Joe’s company.

How does Father Nicolas Noël go through the chimneys and go around the world in one night? How many reindeers pull his sled? Why does Rudolph have a red nose? Does the great book of wise children really exist? Does Santa take a vacation? It is the authentic Santa Claus who answers all these intriguing questions – and many more – in the newest series. In a magical universe, accompanied by Grésille, a mischievous and sensitive elf, Nicolas Noël tells the mysteries that surround the magic of Christmas. Young and old alike will be dazzled, amazed and touched by his fantastic tales and catchy songs.