I ran away from home to find a better life—not be forced into one. You can call me picky, but a girl likes to be asked if she wants to work for you, not coerced—and Odyssey should know better. Now, I have to find a way to kick free—of Odyssey, and my trainer, Mack—without getting myself killed. Surviving the mission is just the first step. Getting out from under, that's gonna take some doing.

Mack 'n' Me: Origins is a science-fiction novel set in the Odyssey universe. More specifically, it is the beginning of Cutter's love-hate relationship with Mack and his merry band of space-faring freelancers.

NOTE: The main character swears like a sailor, and the support cast aren't much better. If swears bother you, this this story may not be to your taste.