"The Martian Cabal" is a captivating science fiction short story written by Roman F. Starzl. This story is a dramatic interplanetary journey set in the future where humanity has set up a presence on Mars. The narrative revolves around Tom, an Earthling who arrives on Mars and rapidly becomes entangled in a perilous web of political and personal issues. He learns that Mars is divided into two factions: "Greenies," who want to preserve the planet's unique ecosystem, and "Reds," who want to terraform Mars to make it more like Earth. In the midst of this ideological battle, Tom finds himself caught between powerful individuals with opposing objectives. He gets caught up in the "Martian Cabal," a secret group with its own ambitions for the planet's future. As Tom navigates this perilous landscape, he must make vital choices that will impact not only his own fate, but potentially the fate of Mars itself. While Tom works to learn the truth behind the Martian Cabal and the true motivations motivating the competing groups, the narrative unfolds with drama and intrigue. "The Martian Cabal" through Roman F. Starzl is an engrossing blend of science fiction and political thriller, providing readers with a thought-provoking look at the intricacies of colonization, environmentalism, and power dynamics in a future Martian civilization.