Alison gets ready to leave Sanditon with her dreams in tatters. Charlotte considers what her future will look like, while Georgiana learns some shocking truths, and Esther faces a bleak future. With so much at stake, will anyone have a happily ever after?

Lennox and Colbourne's rivalry over Charlotte comes to a head, while Georgiana makes a decision that will impact her future. Edward's manipulation of Esther takes a dark turn, Alison realizes what she's been missing, and Tom's woes come to a head.

Tension mounts for Charlotte when Alexander Colbourne and Colonel Lennox reunite at Lady Denham's garden party.

Charlotte and Alexander Colbourne reach an understanding, as she and Colonel Lennox enjoy a close encounter.

Charlotte starts a new job, Alison longs for her knight in shining armor, and Georgiana receives bad news.

Charlotte returns to Sanditon in unexpected circumstances. Army officers descend on the town and Georgiana meets an intriguing artist. Esther Babington has to deal with having an unwanted encounter.