How complex our faults.Two young couples plot and scheme their way through life, unmoved by the havoc and heartache they inflict. A mother and daughter indulge in their most gluttonous desires, indifferent to the suffering of others. A serial killer revels in the presentation of the ultimate victim and will stop at nothing to complete a macabre collection. And two disillusioned AIs are launched into a devastating feud, oblivious to their own malfunctions and succumbing to ruinous obsession.How complex the fallout.Now, wandering aimlessly through a mysterious realm, these nine condemned souls unknowingly interact with one another, woven together into a complex tapestry of woe. They stalk without purpose, hunt without direction, seek without vision. Heads down and locked in their own vicious cycles, their misguided momentum only serves to fuel the means of their destruction.How complex these Obsidian Rooms.
**BONUS** supplemental material in back! Join the author as she provides an in-depth look at the Obsidian Rooms, the cast of characters, and their dark motivations, along with the hidden symbolism, technical aspects, inspirations, general trivia, and more!

Terminal Faults by Deidre J Owen is a science fiction novella published by Mannison Press.

CONTENT WARNING: This story contains graphic depictions of gore, murder, suicide, implications of child abuse, serial killer activity, drugs, bullying, strong language, implied LGBT+ struggles, and a character with prejudice against the LGBT+ community (views not endorsed by the author). Discretion is advised.