In 1935, beleaguered mother Louisa Durrell uproots her four children to build a new life in the island of Corfu - will they survive in this untamed paradise?

The Durrells are settling into island life, but when Larry falls dangerously ill, the responsibility to save him falls on Theo and handsome neighbour Sven.

Margo takes pride in her new position at the surgery, but a chance encounter with a recluse highlights her real talent.

The family realise how passionate Gerry is about animals when he turns his bedroom into a Centre for Scientific Learning and Margo's head is turned by an attractive gardener.

Love is in the air, but is that enough to distract the Durrells from the imminent arrival of domineering Aunt Hermione?

As the family prepares for celebrations, Sven endures a grilling by his potential new family and passes with flying colours.