The Heart of Twistown

Twistown may well be the poorest neighborhood in Neon City, and yet it continues to be burdened by an influx of refugees, and an uncaring government - the Neon City Authority.

Now tragic circumstances have resulted in the death of Mama Sheena, a loved and respected elder of the neighborhood. Dav and Sam, just returned to Twistown and faced with this upsetting news, find themselves becoming further embroiled in an increasingly dangerous situation. A second death follows, and everything seems to be leading inexorably to a showdown between the people of the neighborhood and the armed officers of the Neon City Authority. But will either side back down?

A Science Fiction short story of 8500 words with themes relevant to todasy and to the ever-increasing militarization of police forces around the world.