London, World War Two. When Sandra Cooper is offered the chance to move away with her children, it seems like a good opportunity to escape the 1940 blitz.

Her husband Harry is away in the army, and over the next five years she experiences the very worst of World War 2. As they settle into their new home, she realizes that the Hertfordshire town is not such a safe option after all.

Then along comes Edward; a young pilot who proves a good friend in unexpected circumstances. As Sandra becomes more and more fond of him, Germany prepares to launch their assault on London... and their lives will change forever.