This is a mind control story with a bit of a dark side. If you don't like stories about men taking it up the ass, don't read it. If you do read it be warned: This is probably not like other mind control stories you've read.
Take a look at everyday scenes but now look beyond the surface and notice: people helping people in need; two hooligans getting their rocks off with a much older woman; two lovers playing road games with a passing truck, and Andy servicing 'the Widows' Club'. What looked normal actually hid all sorts of games and surprises.
Brad and his wife get swept up in the lure of drugs and sex when a new neighbor moves in next door. When he learns that the neighbor is a mobster, his marriage, career, and life are threatened. (Contains swapping, jealousy, infidelity, drugs, and some violence. If any of that bothers you, don't read any further.)
Haruko is envious of Yumi's place on the swim team and she decides to join as well. She did not expect the initiation rites that went with her joining the club and she does the best she can to survive the ordeal.