Dr. Martin Ellingham, a London-based surgeon, abandons his lucrative career to become a general practitioner in the charming coastal town of Port Wenn, where he's connected to the community through his Aunt Joan. His motivations for the move are shrouded in mystery, possibly tied to a phobia. He forms a bond with Louisa Glasson, the headmistress of the local school, behind his tough exterior.

Dr. Martin Ellingham, a seasoned surgeon, relocates to the quaint Cornish vil...