Olga Roach is unsociable and disliked by her work colleagues, especially Janine Fairweather who holds a personal grudge. During a chance sighting of Olga's elusive husband, James, Janine recognised him as a face from her youth. She's since enjoyed taunting Olga about a secret she's recently uncovered about James. Afraid that a sordid incident from his past may have come to light, James has angrily warned Janine to keep her nose out of his business. Now, having being on the receiving end of James's vicious outburst, Janine clearly sees through Olga's public façade. No longer considering Olga as her enemy but as a frightened woman in need of a friend, she's called a truce to their hostilities. Janine and Olga's new relationship is about to take them on an eventful and emotional journey that will change many lives.