“When the work was done Gabriel would compose music for the bone trumpet, a lament for Vissarion played on an instrument made from Vissarion's femur. Vissarion would be pleased, he thought, that his remains had become music, leaping into life like Athene from the thigh of Zeus.”
Walter Jon Williams is an American science fiction writer known for his unique imagination and in-depth exploration of complex themes. His works span a variety of styles from space opera to hard science fiction, many of which have been recognized by the science fiction literary community. more
“Mother knows best. Now don’t cross me or I will have to step on you.”
“You’re mine,” she whispered. “As long as you’ll have me.”
“His lips caressed her ear. “Best dance of my entire life.”
“Like a god, / I believe in nothing.”