After all his difficulties, Jack's family life seems finally to be improving. Incredibly, however, his brother, William, throws an unexpected and potentially catastrophic spanner into the works.
Jack's days as a young teacher in his first school begin to fade, as he struggles to accept that his dearly-held principles are challenged and rejected by a new headteacher.
He makes a momentous decision that he hopes will steer him to a successful future. Unfortunately, two unexpected events force him to re-evaluate his life - the second of which could lead, potentially, to disaster.
