Sarah takes up new lodgings at a boarding house, but the nosey landlady may make her regret the decision. A riding accident devastates Anna and brings back painful memories for Sarah. Meanwhile, Olivia receives welcome news.
Sarah arrives at her first day on the job only to face questions from Dr. Jack Duncan about her real name. Deeply offended by the invasion of her privacy, Sarah resolves to leave Inverness—but not before revealing the truth about what happened on the ship.
James seeks treatment for his homosexuality, but a confrontation with his father may send him over the edge. When Anna and Gino tell their families about their relationship, Sarah suggests a novel idea for them to prove their love. Regina begins investigating Sarah’s past.
On the eve of their engagement party, Sarah debates whether to reveal to George a horrific secret from her past. James’s treatments grow increasingly more brutal, and George makes a decision about Anna’s future.
Anna begins instruction in the Catholic faith, and George and Sarah attend each other’s religious services. Roy experiences a crisis of conscience, and Jack pleas with Carolyn to tell him about his daughter.