Up until now, journalist Greta Mountford had led a roving life, but as her June wedding to Martin draws near, it seems she is going to realise her dream and finally put down her roots.
However, whilst researching an assignment, Greta discovers that Martin has been having an affair. Greta resolves to break their engagement, but before she can do so, fate steps in; Martin is killed on the way home.
Faced with this double grief, Greta feels she must get away and have a complete change. Through a New Zealand connection, she hears that a sheep and deer farm in New Zealand's Lake District needs help while its owner, Caleb Armstrong, is away on an agricultural mission in Europe.
The change of scene and spectacular surroundings work their magic on Greta. But the return of Caleb Armstrong heralds the end of her new found peace of mind. For his presence - and her attraction to him - is far too disturbing for comfort...