Divorcee Harriet Jamieson is now a successful business woman and aspiring artist who runs a cafe and gallery in the Scottish Highlands. She and her daughter Felicity love their new life away from London, and Harriet's achievements as a single woman are a source of pride and fulfilment to her. After the pain and devastating break up of her marriage, she has lost her trust in men and is determined never to look at another. Her peace and tranquility are shattered when Roger Kingsley, a reclusive writer, rents a remote cottage from her best friend Fiona. Harriet is drawn to Roger against her better judgment, and though he is clearly attracted to her, he is aloof and prone to dark moods, withdrawing from her as her defences break down. Harriet is thrown into confusion and unhappiness. Can Roger reveal the terrible events from his past that hold him back?