On the cusp of the 19th century in Delhi, we follow the fortunes of the residents of the titular mansion. The story begins as handsome and soulful former English soldier John Beecham has acquired the house to start a new life for his family and a business as a trader.
John Beecham, a handsome ex-soldier of the East India Company, arrives in Delhi in 1800 determined to make a new life for himself, but will the secret he is carrying be revealed?
With the arrival of his mother Henrietta from London and the discovery of his younger brother Daniel in a military camp close by, John has finally fulfilled his dream of having hi…
A murder throws John's plans of staying in Delhi into jeopardy, while a member of the household reveals a treacherous side to their nature that proves dangerous. However, John soo…
Margaret is devastated when she finds out a secret and resolves to leave Delhi. John realises his only hope of persuading her to stay is to reveal the truth about his past and the…
John is shocked to discover that Margaret has left Delhi, but before he can react there is worse news at home.
John has spent several days and nights in his cell and has finally worked out who betrayed him. Daniel, Margaret and Chandrika desperately try to help release him, but only the Em…