# Martha O'Gara — Short Fiction character guide

> Martha O'Gara in Short Fiction by Mack Reynolds.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Martie, Patricia O'Gara, Pat O'Gara, Pat

**First appearance:** 0013-the-good-seed

## Who they are

A female character with a role in personal and political dynamics.

## In the story

### [Halftripper](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_36_se/chapters/halftripper)

Not present; placeholder for potential future check-in.

### [Unborn Tomorrow](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_36_se/chapters/unborn-tomorrow)

Simon's secretary, referred to as Betty, who is initially skeptical but later eager to pursue the time travel opportunity.

### [The Common Man](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_36_se/chapters/the-common-man)

Leads the argument against releasing the invisibility serum, citing historical examples of societal cruelty when restraints are removed.

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