Warm and Willing is a lesbian coming of age story that takes place in the 1960's. When Rhoda ends a loveless marriage believing there is something wrong with her, she encounters another woman who helps her understand that she's a lesbian. Their life together is not perfect as they secretly band together with other lesbians for a social life. The story gives a glimpse of what life was like for a lesbian fifty years ago. It was a long way from being out and proud.