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Set in the vibrant island community of Put-in-Bay, Ohio, the story follows Brad Shepherd, a former junior high math teacher seeking solace after a student's tragic overdose. As the island buzzes with a culture of indulgence in alcohol, drugs, and sexual exploration, Brad finds himself drawn to this chaotic environment as a means to escape his past responsibilities. The narrative explores themes of grief, escapism, and the search for redemption amidst a backdrop of summer revelry.