Billy McErlane wants to be the world's only recluse celeb. Having gone to jail at the age of fourteen for the murder of his stepfather doesn't make it easy and nor does having a harlot for a mother, but when he is reunited with his childhood sweetheart peace enters Billy's heart. Then fate deals a wrecking blow. The last thing Billy needs is Dillon, a four-year-old with a background as unpromising as his. A bittersweet story of love, loss and one young man's refusal to accept what life offers.