"The Pursuit of Love" is a romantic comedy-drama that explores the relationship between Linda Radlett (Lily James) and Fanny Logan (Emily Beecham), two cousins and wildly opposite women, united by their enduring friendship. Set in Europe between the two World Wars, the series examines the women's bond on their journey of self-discovery that takes them on a gorgeous, sexy and edgy ride through life.
1920s, Oxfordshire. On the brink of adulthood, Linda Radlett and her beloved cousin Fanny Logan are stuck in the countryside, impatiently waiting for life to begin so they can escape the confines of Alconleigh.
Linda, who has lived her life under the terrifying regime of Uncle Matthew, dreams of excitement and adventure. But Fanny, abandoned by her mother and raised by her Aunt Emily, is more concerned with comfort and stability.
When their glamorous neighbour Lord Merlin brings Tony Kroesig to their coming out ball, Linda falls hopelessly in love with him. However, sensing Fanny’s disapproval of the match, it’s not long before Linda pushes Fanny away and leaves her beloved cousin feeling left behind.
