Living on the streets is hard. 17-year-old Pipsqueak and her chosen family of pixies get by one day at a time—until her past comes looking for her. Between the red-eyed dog and the warden from the Malum mental institution, Pip can’t get a moment’s peace. Then, she meets a friendly street performer who offers her an alternative. Is he just another hazard to avoid? Or, could he be the real deal?
This novelette contains mature themes and language.