Head Shot: Saints and Sinners

by Melissa Grace

What is it like to endure countless head shots from an abusive parent? When the latest round of “head shots” lands Reagan in the ER—and subsequently, the all-female psych ward, the endearing, funny, and totally witty teenager feels the need to save face. She explains away her copious amounts of bruises and frequent seizures by pretending to be a mixed martial arts pro-athlete. Passing time in the psych ward, Reagan entertains herself by undermining her Psychologist and by labeling each of the other “crazies” as either a saint or sinner, based upon their own behaviors. Although she prefers solitude from the others, when Reagan is forced to share her tiny room with a newly admitted patient named Taylor, Reagan is utterly intrigued. Oddly enough, she can’t help but take a liking to this delightfully-affectionate roomie and life at the psych ward becomes a whole lot more interesting. Who says you can’t laugh and find some enjoyment in life, even when you’ve been committed?

30 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 3, 2013

About the author

Melissa Grace is an engineer, avid motorcyclist (on and off-road), devoted martial artist and passionate violinist. She grew up in Hanover, NH believing she would someday become a stunt double. While she enjoys many opportunities for exploration of the world around her, her most treasured journey has been building a life with her family in Texas.

Reviews

[moxieBK · Rating 2 out of 5]

Let me shout it: TOO DANG SHORT! Loved it until it ended. I want more. So, consequently: just OK. Good writing, and I'll follow this writer. But sheesh... Write a little more. Or blow this story up! Make me change this rating. Please!

Two stars.

[Me · Rating 4 out of 5]

I went into this with very low expectations solely based on the length of this story. It's actually a pretty good/funny read though, and If the author continues it I'd love to read more about these two girls.