In a quiet suburb of New England, the lives of several adults intertwine, revealing the tensions, disillusionments, and frustrated dreams that lurk beneath the surface of their apparent happiness. Sarah, a mother feeling trapped in her mundane life, struggles against her instincts of conformity as she navigates the chaos of caring for her young child. In the neighborhood, there is also Brad, a disillusioned father grappling with his own marital unhappiness, yearning for something more than a monotonous life filled with responsibilities.
Both are drawn to each other, and in an unexpected twist, they embark on a passionate romance that allows them to temporarily escape their daily frustrations. However, their relationship becomes complicated as it is monitored by a disturbing figure: a man recently released from prison, who was convicted of a child-related crime. Tension in the neighborhood escalates as residents band together for moral judgments and protests, and both lovers must confront not only the challenges of their own lives but also the increasing paranoia and scrutiny of their community.
With an intimate view of the struggles of suburban life and the limits of morality, the story highlights how the pursuit of happiness can lead to unexpected decisions, exploring the nuances of love, betrayal, and the quest for identity in a world where everything seems to be in plain sight, yet few truly see.