General Stoo has escaped and taken Braddle hostage. He and his men are far from the City, deep in the jaggeds. His plan is to conquer Carporoo but first he must rid himself of interfering giants. For Alfie, it is the start of the new school term. As well as learning about punctuation, fractions and the enormity of the universe he also learns that his life is in danger from tiny assassins. In this sequel to Braddle And The Giant, the adventures of Braddle and Alfie take an unexpected turn. This time General Stoo does not plan to fail.