Together, Clementine and Anthony Scarr had co-founded the school known as Florey Park on the headland. Then, after Anthony's tragic death in a car accident, Clemmie's priority changed to making sure his memory remained untarnished for their two daughters, Nina and Julia. Clemmie is delighted when her grown children return home, and then Nina meets Alex and the promise of a new relationship blossoms. But, outside the beautiful gardens of Rosemount, forces are shifting that will threaten their happiness.