Sue Silverman experiences a sense of neglect in her intimate life due to her husband Andrew’s dedication to his work. In response, she engages in a series of unfulfilling sexual encounters with various men, including Rick Hudson, a contractor and fellow charity event participant. Her escapades continue when she is seduced by Laurent Dekker, a French architecture writer, at her workplace. Seeking to understand her behavior, Sue consults Dr. Robert Gardener, who uncovers a childhood issue at the heart of her actions. By the time Sue decides to enter a rehabilitation clinic for her addiction, Andrew has lost interest, and she finds herself facing temptation even in the clinic.