In the course of the Nineteen Forties, Maurice Bendrix, a author not too long ago discharged from the armed service, falls in love with Sarah Miles, whom he interviews for a guide. Sarah is married, however she and Maurice finally give in to their mutual attraction, resulting in an affair that lasts a number of months. Maurice's jealousy, together with the bombing of London by the Germans, seemingly results in the tip of their relationship. Nonetheless, the explanations are later revealed to be extra advanced.