Partially Deceased Syndrome sufferer Kieren Walker returns home to the cauldron of Roarton, but doesn't receive a warm welcome from all. His parents, Steve and Sue, are undoubtedly pleased to see him, but his sister, Jem, isn't so ready to pick up where they left off when Kieren died back in 2009.

Feeling trapped at home, Kieren escapes to his grave where he is reunited with his old hunting partner, Amy Dyer, who persuades him to take a dangerous day trip. After being spotted and fleeing, Kieren discovers that Rick, his former best mate who died in Afghanistan, is back in town - will it be a happy re-union for the pair in this highly charged community?

After visiting the supermarket where he used to hunt with Amy, Kieren remembers that Jem once spared his life. Together, brother and sister confront the demons in their pasts and visit Mr. and Mrs. Lancaster. Kieren feels momentarily better, but then has to say goodbye to Amy who is leaving Roarton in search of The Prophet. Will Kieren and Rick be able to find peace and acceptance as PDS sufferers in this highly-charged new world?

Kieren is over-joyed by Amy's return, but has misgivings about her friend Simon and the arrival of Victus MP, Maxine.

Kieren's dreams of escaping Roarton are dashed by Maxine, while Jem is humiliated at school, leading to dire consequences.

Kieren's relationship with Simon takes an unexpected turn provoked by PDS Sufferer Freddie trying to win back his childhood sweetheart.