The time is the present. The United States and Britain lead the coalition in the war with Iraq. The rest of the world still doubts the real threat of weapons of mass destruction. Meanwhile, another coalition prepares for the counter attack. But even this coalition does not realize that once the 'beast' is released, the welfare of the entire planet will be in jeopardy. Bob McCasland is a representative for an international company, who travels frequently to Mexico. His next trip is going to have an enormous impact on the life of his family and friends. W.P. Hargrove is the space shuttles commander who is more cowboy than astronaut. Soon, he is going to have one shot at saving the planet, and his friends in the space program. All of their lives will be affected by the outcome of the happenings in the Middle East. Will any of them make it home? Is there any possibility that this type of destruction could really happen in today's world?