The Psychopath Plague Author:Steven G. Spruill The main character is Elias Cain, a rootless jack of all trades in a future where specialization is the key. Mr. Cains most notable quirk is his need for stimulation provided by any risky situation. After winning a high stakes game, he gains his loyal alien sidekick, Pendrake. Soon, They set out to discover why Earth is suffering from a wave of ... more »violence that threatens to wipe out all humans if not stopped.« less