The little boy's older brother, Ross, was killed when he ran into the street as they were playing football. This has been a year ago, but the little boy misses his brother dreadfully. He thinks about their good times and bad times together, and the feelings expressed are detailed and truthful. He has had to get used to being an only child, and there is a gap in his life that can never be filled. The story is a bleak one, though there is gentle optimism as well. Slightly vague water- colour illustrations suit the mood well.