Short Fiction. Latino/a Studies. In HECTIC ETHICS, Francisco Hinojosa explores the complexities of love and human relationships. These fiercely funny picaresque adventures are peopled with characters who inspires feelings of both solidarity and derision. Francisco Hinojosa's stories are like a Mozart overture executed by a crazed orchestra playing noiemakiers instead of violins, -- Guillermo Sheridan. Francisco Hinojosa was born in Mexico City in 1954, and is the author of three story collections, two volumes of poetry, and numerous childrens books. He is the recipient of Mexico's National Prize of the Short Story, among other awards. Translated by Kut Hollander.