Written in the form of a diary, this book takes the reader into the world of Clark Goodson, a boy whose father has recently died. He and his mother live in Asheville, North Carolina, where Clark has both typical and not-so-typical coming-of-age experiences. Anyone who grew up in this time period will likely appreciate this book's nostalgic elements. Younger readers will get a glimpse into everyday American life in the post-World War II era.