When Fiona Spencer falls for the charm of Romero, a drug dealer, it sends alarms ringing for her childhood friend, Crea McCloud. Blinded by Romero's material allure, Fiona doesn't realize he's a dead-end until it's too late. Meanwhile, Crea is grappling with her concealed feelings for Brandon Thomas, obstructed by his irritating girlfriend, Alyssa. At the same time, Crea's brother Vincent is falling into a world of truancy, girls, and gang culture, quickly learning that a criminal lifestyle isn't as glamorous as it appears. As troubles mount, the three teens face a serious test of their strength. Can they handle the pressure?