Down Went McGinty

"Down Went McGinty" by Fox B. Holden is a science fiction story set among the stars, where loyalty is tested and political tensions run high aboard a space satellite. The saga centers on Colonel Kenton, who investigates the theft of secret data, with suspicion falling on Patrick McGinty, a technician with a fondness for music and sci-fi. The plot thickens as McGinty commandeers a ship and rockets toward the Moon, triggering a chase led by Kenton, who must defy a ruthless general's orders to eliminate McGinty. As they journey through the cosmos, the adventure explores themes of friendship and morality. The story culminates in a dramatic conclusion that not only reveals McGinty’s surprising objectives, but also shows his faith in humanity under pressure.