In a city that has all but forgotten him, private detective Max 'The Dog Watcher' Pacheco is struggling to keep his head above water. Living in the shadow of his legendary father, Max's life takes an unexpected turn when he inherits an ancient revolver after his father's passing. Little does he know, this seemingly ordinary weapon holds a secret that will change his life forever.
When Max decides to carry the revolver for the first time, he is stunned to find himself transformed into a woman. Now, as Maxine, he must navigate this new identity while delving deeper into his father's mysterious past. Embracing the change, Maxine takes on a case from the wealthy Vanessa Lorne, setting off a chain of events that plunges her into the dangerous underbelly of the city.
With the charming rogue Danny 'the Hat' Morton by her side, Maxine uncovers a web of secrets, lies, and supernatural powers linked to her father's legacy. As she pieces together the puzzle, Maxine faces betrayal, close calls, and a showdown that will determine the fate of the city.
In a world where nothing is as it seems, Maxine must harness the power of the revolver and decide who she truly wants to be. "The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of" is a thrilling noir adventure of identity, legacy, and the mysteries that lie just beneath the surface.