Episodes
| Episode | First Broadcast | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | 20200420 | In the early 1900s Alexandra Hope is on the cusp of the modern - but the sleepy Scottish village of Crossriggs is not the place for an unconventional woman. Written by Jane and Mary Findlater Abridged by Clara Glynn Reader Rosalind Sydney Producer Eilidh McCreadie Quick-witted Alex Hope struggles with the restrictions of early 20th century village life. |
| 02 | 20200421 | With sister Matilda and her children back in Crossriggs, Alex must find a way to improve the family finances. Her well-meaning friends and neighbours can see an obvious solution - but unconventional Alex relishes her single status. Read by Rosalind Sydney Written by Jane and Mary Findlater Abridged by Clara Glynn Producer Eilidh McCreadie |
| 03 | 20200422 | Alex's diligent labours have put the Hope family on a better financial footing as a new arrival to Crossriggs shakes up the sleepy village. Written by Jane and Mary Findlater Abridged by Clara Glynn Reader Rosalind Sydney Producer Eilidh McCreadie The Hope family are solvent once more thanks to Alex's labours. |
| 04 | 20200423 | Alex is furious when her father Old Hopeful leads the family to the brink of poverty again. Written by Jane and Mary Findlater Abridged by Clara Glynn Reader Rosalind Sydney Producer Eilidh McCreadie Alex is furious when her father's carelessness leaves the family on the financial brink. |
| 05 | 20200424 | Much to the bemusement of her family and community, Alex does her best to stave off the attention of several eligible young men. Written by Jane and Mary Findlater Abridged by Clara Glynn Reader Rosalind Sydney Producer Eilidh McCreadie Alex does her best to stave off the attention of suitors as her bemused family look on. |
| 06 | 20200427 | As Crossriggs celebrates a long-awaited wedding, Alex Hope is surprised by the emotions that she feels. Written by Jane and Mary Findlater Abridged by Clara Glynn Reader Rosalind Sydney Producer Eilidh McCreadie As Crossriggs prepares for a wedding, Alex considers her position. |
| 07 | 20200428 | As Alex revels in the few freedoms afforded a single woman in Crossriggs, a friendship takes an unexpected turn. Written by Jane and Mary Findlater Abridged by Clara Glynn Reader Rosalind Sydney Producer Eilidh McCreadie A close friendship takes an unexpected turn as Alex tries to hold on to her single status. |
| 08 | 20200429 | The community of Crossriggs waits with bated breath as a life hangs in the balance. Written by Jane and Mary Findlater Abridged by Clara Glynn Reader Rosalind Sydney Producer Eilidh McCreadie |
| 09 | 20200430 | Despite being estranged from her friend Van, Alex Hope is distraught when he goes missing. Written by Jane and Mary Findlater Abridged by Clara Glynn Reader Rosalind Sydney Producer Eilidh McCreadie Despite being estranged from her friend Van, Alex is distraught when he goes missing. |
| 10 | 20200501 | Torn apart by her love for married neighbour Robert and mourning her friend Van, Alex has left Crossriggs to become a companion for her demanding Aunt Clara. Written by Jane and Mary Findlater Abridged by Clara Glynn Reader Rosalind Sydney Producer Eilidh McCreadie In an attempt to escape her sorrows, Alex takes up a post as companion to Aunt Clara. |