The sudden death of Ray Luxton, beloved adopted Father and Grandfather of the Grantley family was a tremendous shock to everyone in Little Trenchard, especially to James, who was there when 'Pops' died. Gradually they rallied and followed their chosen paths, generously helped by the bequests from Ray, but totally unaware of the further scandals that awaited them. Melissa insinuated her way into their lives, revenge being her driving force, having discovered that her real father, Geoffrey James QC, had family connections with Ray Luxton. Nothing was going to prevent her from pursuing vengeful plans.