After Erin's dad loses his job he leaves Erin and her mum. They have to move house to a small one-bedroomed flat. Her mother starts gambling in the hope of winning more money. After Erin is locked out one night she goes to live in foster care. Will she settle to her new life and will she be able to dance again? This book also touches on some of the emotions children feel when they are rejected and how this can lead to trouble.