When Dr Denis Gunne disappears, the police believe he is fleeing charges of supplying drugs to addicts. His son, Sean is convinced that his father has been set up. But for what reason? With his friend, Jackie, Sean sets out to find his father.

The trail leads to remote Fair Island where an American billionaire is forcing a team of scientists to work on a genetic project that could have horrendous consequences for mankind. Can Sean rescue his father and thwart the evil plan?