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Episode 1

Episode number: 1

Overview: An attractive young man, Caleb, visits the Museum and meets its Director General, Della Howells. She succumbs completely to him, and they embark on a passionate affair.

Bodies of Knowledge

Episode number: 2

Overview: As Della starts her new job as the Museum's General Manager, her relationship with her son's friend, Caleb, intensifies. But what are Caleb's intentions? Why is he pursuing a relationship with both mother and son?

The BM Goes East

Episode number: 3

Overview: Della's relationship with Caleb is intensifying and a morning visit to Caleb's house has developed into a habit. But how long will the lovers be able to keep their affair a secret?

Bursting at the Seams

Episode number: 4

Overview: A look at ongoing restorations, repairs and upgrades being made to the 250-year-old British Museum.

Episode 5

Episode number: 5

Overview: In the penultimate episode of the series, Della's life takes a major turn for the worse. Having quarrelled with Sadie, her best friend seeks out Elfryn, who confides to her that he's made a major discovery regarding the authenticity of one of the Museum's most valuable paintings.

Episode 6

Episode number: 6

Overview: In the final thrilling episode of the series, Della's life is in tatters. Having betrayed her husband and son, she decides to leave the marital home - but not before making a startling discovery.