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Jo lives a mundane life working as a hairdresser in a quiet English town. She resides with her family, including her nagging mother, pompous father, and fitness-obsessed aunt. Her family life is depicted as dull and constrained, setting the stage for her later adventures.

Jo writes a book titled 'Naked Revolt,' which quickly becomes an instant bestseller. The story within the book narrates a young girl's journey of discovering her family secrets and fleeing to London to become a prostitute, based on fictional events.

The town residents mistakenly believe the novel to be an accurate portrait of Jo's real family. As a result, her father faces suspicion of theft at work, her mother is accused of being unfaithful, and her family members are scrutinized by their neighbors.

Jo's father is suspected of stealing money, and her mother is believed to have an affair and be a harlot. The local doctor is thought to be a philanderer, and the retired army officer is seen as Jo's biological father, all based on the fictional content of her book.

Jo leaves her hometown and travels to London with Robert Hughes, a young playwright interested in turning her book into a stage play. They discover shared interests and mutual understanding, leading to their engagement and romantic connection.

After their romantic engagement, Jo and Robert return to her hometown. Their return sparks conflict and confrontations with her family and neighbors who feel betrayed and angry about the false stories from her book.

Jo faces accusations and legal threats from the local doctor, who considers suing her for defamation. Her parents begin questioning each other's fidelity, revealing underlying tensions and misunderstandings fueled by her book's revelations.

Jo's father defends her, expressing that he admires her talent despite her controversial methods. This marks a moment of understanding and support amidst the familial conflicts sparked by the book's publication.

Aunt Gladys admits her unrequited love for the local doctor, helping to soothe tensions and fostering a romantic connection between them. Her confession adds depth to the family's complicated relationships.

With tensions easing, the family and neighbors begin to reconcile. Aunt Gladys and the doctor become a couple, and Jo's family starts to accept her creative talents and her choices.