New York City in the year 2025. The aftermath of a nuclear accident. The economy is suffering. Kate Alexander and her friends are struggling in the workforce to fulfill their American Dream. This means working two, sometimes three, jobs. But working this many hours seems to have its downside. People are starting to act viciously towards each other. Bodies are beginning to disappear. There is increasing use of a certain drug, Amphetadrine, which all of a sudden is causing its users to exhibit eerie side effects. Is the American Dream worth it?