Landing

In Olivia Hawker's poignant short story, "Landing," a young NASA engineer grapples with uncertainty in his hasty marriage while fixated on the monumental Apollo 11 moon landing. As he navigates the challenges of preventing cosmic disasters, he finds himself ill-equipped for the emotional turmoil at home amidst the evolving social landscape of the late ’60s. A crisis forces him to confront a difficult decision about his future and the complex dynamics of love and commitment. This story is part of the immersive collection, A Point in Time, exploring transformative moments that shape lives.