A landslide on a coastal road pushes a car over the cliff, and its driver to almost certain death below. A strange floral tribute at a lonely funeral. A luxury seaside cottage to let, with a rent that is too good to be true. The mundane death of an elderly man in a nursing home - and a seemingly important cuckoo clock...When Madeleine Porter, family history enthusiast, moves to the south coast, she is intrigued by the story of the house she rents, and the people who lived there. Joining forces with local historian Ian Clay, together they uncover a story of lost love, cruel behaviour and unwavering devotion, coupled with new beginnings and fresh hope.