Environmental contamination following a terrorist-orchestrated nuclear accident results in a genetic disorder, "The PeDay Syndrome". The syndrome is characterized by high intelligence coupled with homicidal behavior. To preserve human fertility after the emergence of this syndrome, the government implements measures to force sterilization and gene therapy for everyone.

The National Biotechnical Institute is the laboratory of choice. But an invisible intruder bypasses all security and steals a vial of the deadly virus. While investigating the theft, Sadee Digmond, chief of operations, juggles her relationship and a surprise pregnancy, and discovers that her boyfriend is hiding a secret. Too late for gene therapy and her decision not to undergo forced sterilization, her decision will have ramifications for the world...