Cornwall, towards the end of the 18th century. Ross Poldark sits for the borough of Truro as Member of Parliamenthis time divided between London and Cornwall, his heart divided about his wife, Demelza. His old feud with George Warleggan still flaresas does the illicit love between Morwenna and Drake, Demelzas brother. Before the new century dawns, George and Ross will be drawn together by a loss greater than their rivalryand Morwenna and Drake by a tragedy that brings them hope.