Meet Charlie Cromwell, nine years-old going on a hundred, irrepressible, infant mystic and troublemaker. She inveigles herself into Abigail Grogan's life and motor car as they set off on a risky adventure. In the process Charlie meets Stella Goodstar, owner of the local porn shop as well as some pretty shady individuals, including Mr. Golightly who wants to exploit the little girl's strange powers. On top of that the local cop is after them. What could be worse? A funny, poignant adventure with a little girl who will change your life forever.