In the 1940s, during World War II, a young British woman named Alice finds herself trapped in a prisoner camp in Malaysia, where her life takes a dramatic turn. Along with a group of women and children, she is subjected to inhumane conditions while Japanese soldiers occupy the area. Alice, with her indomitable spirit, is forced to adapt and fight for survival. Amidst adversity, a special bond forms between her and an Australian soldier named Joe, who becomes her emotional refuge.
As the war progresses, love blossoms between them, but fate cruelly separates them when Joe is captured. However, Alice's journey does not end there. After the war, she finds herself in Australia, where she starts a new life, still holding onto the hope of reuniting with her beloved. Alice's journey leads her to a small town, where she struggles to settle down and overcome her traumatic past. Amid challenges and memories, her story intertwines with the lives of the local inhabitants, who teach her about perseverance and resilience.
In time, Alice decides to search for Joe, prompting her to confront her greatest fears and rediscover the true meaning of love and freedom. This moving journey showcases the power of love and hope in times of hardship, as Alice strives to build a future in a world that has changed forever.