Gods of the Machines

Detective Sam Benson, a tough and outspoken native New Yorker, finds himself on a seemingly peaceful colonized planet, but his investigation into a series of murders unveils potential threats from non-human entities. As he tracks down what he believes is an android suspect, he remains unaware of the deeper presence and their divine connection to machines on the planet. The story explores themes of danger, identity, and unseen influences in a futuristic setting.