The Dinkers of Fifth Avenue

Synopsis

In the roaring, decadent heart of 1920s New York, mild-mannered librarian Arthur Penhaligon prefers the hushed sanctity of books to the city's boisterous pulse. His meticulously ordered world is shattered when he stumbles upon 'The Dinkers,' a clandestine society using the burgeoning sport of pickleball as a surprisingly effective front for high-stakes espionage and political manipulation. Forced to trade his Dewey Decimal system for drop shots and volleys, Arthur discovers an uncanny, hidden talent for the game, propelling him into a dangerous double life. Arthur must now infiltrate and expose The Dinkers' shadowy operations, led by the enigmatic and ruthless 'The Server,' all while grappling with his own crippling timidity and the exhilarating thrill of his new, perilous existence. His path is further complicated by a blossoming, uncertain romance with Clara Bellweather, a captivating jazz singer whose true allegiances remain shrouded in mystery, and the hilariously misguided matchmaking attempts of his flapper aunt, who inadvertently provides crucial, if bizarre, intelligence. As Arthur navigates a world of glittering speakeasies, rooftop courts, and the gritty underworld, he uncovers secrets that could dismantle The Dinkers' empire, forcing him to confront the unexpected places courage can be found and proving that even the most ordinary individuals can rise to extraordinary challenges amidst the glamour and grit of the Jazz Age.