As the period drama returns, a terrible crime throws suspicion on the whole colony. When her position comes under threat, Jocelyn forges a surprising connection.

The Rutters hatch a new moneymaking scheme, however it doesn't take long before it goes dangerously wrong. Silas searches for a way out of a tricky situation. Pedro looks to Jocelyn for assistance.

The Pamunkey find a way to teach the Sharrows a lesson and that will mean major heartache for Alice. Yeardley is put to the test as he tries to defuse the situation and Jocelyn does a deal with him.

Jocelyn has mixed feelings about the imminent arrival of Read's new wife, but the blacksmith's hopes are dashed by sad news. Chacrow sees a chance to avoid war by marrying off his sister to Henry.

There is a revelation when Farlow returns from England with an alchemist in tow. Meanwhile, Maria turns to the Rutters for help when she is framed for a crime.

Rumours begin to circulate that Samuel has risen from his grave. Meanwhile, news of an impending Spanish attack on the colony raises tensions further.

Maria is driven to commit a terrible crime, while Silas and Henry look to profit from the death of Massinger.

Jocelyn makes an enemy of Yeardley, who hatches an audacious plan that could not only destroy her, but also tear the Sharrows apart and lead Jamestown into war.