Denise adapts to survive in her new job at The Paradise, a glamorous department store in a booming Victorian city, and catches the eye of Moray, the store's charismatic owner.
Excitement spreads throughout The Paradise when a new promotion is announced, leaving Miss Audrey flustered and Denise an opportunity to shine in Moray's eyes.
A shocking discovery in Ladies wear causes ripples through the store. To test Moray's feelings, Katherine pursues another man.
Miss Audrey develops a mysterious illness which provokes a rivalry between Denise and Clara. Katherine enjoys the effect Peter is having on her life, but is it enough to banish all thoughts of Moray?
Moray's neighbour fulfils his ambition to work at The Paradise, leading to all kinds of trouble. Denise's brainwave ruffles some feathers, and Katherine goes to extreme lengths to win Moray's attention.
Denise cannot hold onto her secret any longer but will it spell the end of her career? Moray commits to a life-changing decision, and Jonas resorts to blackmail.
Katherine sets out to prove her credentials as the soon-to-be Mrs Moray while Denise wins over the Tollgate Street shopkeepers and rises to her biggest challenge yet.
With the big day approaching Moray has an important decision to make - can he find the courage when he needs it most? Or will a threatening ghost from the past bring him to his knees?
Set in the unique world of Britain's first department store, this is a romantic and thrilling drama, where the choice between following your heart or your ambition can lead to paradise, or despair.
Set in the unique world of Britain's first department store, this is a romantic and thrilling drama, where the choice between following your heart or your ambition can lead to paradise, or despair.
