In John Hagen's gripping medical thriller, The Psycho, the tranquil life of dedicated surgeon Larry Klapman shatters after a routine operation. When Melodie's father, Jacob Ashinoff, erupts in a terrifying display of rage over a surgical complication, Larry is thrust into a nightmare far beyond the operating room. Jacob, a man of unsettling intensity and formidable influence, pulls Larry into a covert world of international espionage and high-stakes missions.
Larry soon discovers that Jacob's threats are merely the tip of an iceberg. His daughter's surgical outcome is intertwined with Jacob's desperate efforts to prevent an imminent attack on Israel, utilizing advanced Al and cyber warfare. From the treacherous waters of the high seas to the clandestine corridors of an Iranian prison, Larry is forced to confront unimaginable dangers. With his family's safety on the line, he must navigate a labyrinth of hidden connections and unforeseen consequences. Can this surgeon, whose life was once defined by saving individuals, now help save the world from a hidden global threat? Will Canada become the 51st state? Penned by John Hagen, a seasoned general surgeon, The Psycho delivers a pulse-pounding narrative that blends medical realism with geopolitical suspense, proving that even a flawless operation can lead to the most unexpected and terrifying complications
