The sound of bees on a summer afternoon conjures up a peaceful picture to ‘pop singer’ Vicky Robbins when she arrives at the Hargrove Farm on Sea Gull Island. Suffering from overwork and the aftermath of a severe breakdown, she has come to find peace and rest. Despite the taciturn greeting by Ralph Hargrove and Mrs. Hargrove, Vicky is delighted by the tranquility of the scene. Hargrove, a sparetime beekeeper, appears devoted to his hives, and occasionally to Doris Hawkins, the daughter of the local publican. Mrs. Hargrove, disinterested in her husband, seems only concerned about her pet dog, Tess.