When Edie Budd arrives at a shabby West London boarding house in October 1958 with a broken suitcase and an envelope of cash, it's clear she's hiding something. And she's not the only one . . .

Tommie, who lives on the second floor, waits on the eccentric Mrs Vee by day. After dark, she is addicted to seedy Soho nightlife - and a man she can't quit.

Phyllis, the formidable landlady, has set fire to her husband's belongings after discovering a heart-breaking betrayal - yet her bravado hides a secret past.

Soon Edie's past catches up with her, while Tommie becomes caught in her lies - forcing her into a decision that will change everything . . .