Louisa finds herself fending off unexpected romantic advances. Leslie's arranged hunt for new guest, Colonel Ribbindane, doesn't quite go to plan when his past revisits him. Theo acquires a surprising housemate.

The King of Greece is to visit Corfu and the Durrells are keen to be part of the welcoming committee. Meanwhile, things between Spiros and Louisa get cozy.

With storm clouds gathering, the island realises it can no longer ignore the rumblings of war just as it looks as though the Durrells may have found their happy ending.