Man-Trap

"Man-Trap" by Hal Annas is a science fiction story that uses a magnetic invention to playfully examine romance and gender roles. The story centers around a man who claims to dislike women, until he meets an attractive neighbor, whose device creates an undeniable attraction between them. As the two spend more time together, they find themselves pulled together. This makes the main character question his long-held beliefs about women, love, and relationships. With science fiction woven in, the characters try to compromise about relationships.