An extraordinary cast of characters play out their dramas amongst the chaos of the emerging modern world. Jamaica 1909. Millionaire Silas Whittam is struggling to bring his dream of a luxury hotel to life. Hes relieved when his sister, Eve, arrives
- basking in the success of her Yorkshire pies & puddings business. But as Eve befriends the staff, secrets hidden by Silas begin to emerge. In Engl&, the Earl & Countess of Netherwood try to hide their empty marriage, as they enjoy the whirlwind of the London season. Yet the Earls suffragette sister, Lady Henrietta, could disgrace them all. & for new Labour MP Amos Sykes, times are tough. Especially with his wife decorating the homes of the very aristocrats he would like to see ruined.