The Keep - that beautiful, ancient family home where the Chadwick family has lived for generations - is still a haven from the heartbreaks and storms of life. Jolyon takes his new girlfriend home to meet his extended family - and also meet Marie, the mother who deserted him and his father many years ago, but now wants forgiveness.

Over the years, the Keep has provided a bolt hole for the Chadwick family. The five cousins who grew up there have left home and their grandmother wonders if she will see the arrival of the next generation. The Keep must remain in the family.