Toya, Texas has an uninvited guest—the Angel Man- from a different time, place, or dimension. No one knows. Four scientists will find ‘something’ horrible. Something beautiful. Something completely out of this Universe. READER WARNING: DUE TO THE MATURE SUBJECT MATTER, READER DISCRETION IS ADVISED. STRONG SEXUAL CONTENT. GRAPHIC DESCRIPTIONS OF RAPE, ASSAULT AND SODOMY. THIS SHORT STORY IS NOT FOR CHILDREN.
An alien from deep in the Universe has come to Toya, Texas.
A species that looks at us as primitive.
A species with a gift, something special, a key to give us.
But, do we have the intelligence to understand it?
To use it wisely?
Or, will we let it devour us?
The species can live past lives, present lives, and future lives simultaneously.
In the hands of the human species, what could go wrong?
Have you ever read something that felt pulled from an episode of The Twilight Zone? If you remove the sexually explicit references, you might find that magic in this gripping tale. This enthralling story leads you through a military investigation, capturing the imagination while keeping you on the edge of your seat.
In this quick read, four courageous individuals are tasked with uncovering the truth behind an unknown entity that has mysteriously destroyed the entire town of Toya, Texas. This isn’t just any ordinary investigation; it feels like you’re watching a suspenseful screenplay unfold. The direct exchanges through radio transmissions among the team members amplify the tension and excitement, making it impossible to put the book down.
Skilled writing immerses you fully in the narrative, as every character reveals apprehension and determination. The blend of mystery and the unexpected makes this read captivating. You’ll be caught in an exhilarating ride of “what the hell is going on?” moments. It’s a perfectly entertaining short story that will leave you wanting more and grab your attention from the first page to the last.
About the Author
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Waide Riddle is a Bradbury, Hemingway, and Andromeda Award-Winning author, poet, filmmaker, and proud SAG-AFTRA member. He is a Literary Global Books Award Winner and Finalist for his literary works “Meet Me At Third And Fairfax!” and “The Little Boy In The Little Red Dress.” His short paperback, “They Crawl On Walls,” is a 2023 Kirkus Book Reviews Pick.
Born in Kingsville, Texas, and raised in Spring Branch, Houston. He now resides in Los Angeles. His poems and short stories are archived at UCLA Library of Special Collections, Simon Wiesenthal Center/Museum of Tolerance, Poets House/NYC, USC ONE Institute, and the Bodleian Library at Oxford University.
As a filmmaker, Mr. Riddle’s short film “Two Men Kissing” premiered at the 2008 Cannes Film Festival, Palm Springs ShortFest, Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival, and the North Carolina International LGBT Film Festival.
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