Review of Psyched
Posted: 11 Oct 2022, 19:13
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Psyched" by Chris Morkides.]
Nick is a passionate therapist, a profession he holds dear to his heart because he helps people. But clients can wound up a little dangerous. While on vacation in Maine, Nick's daughter, Elena, is abducted. Distraught by the inhumane act, he and his wife, Ashley, do all they can to find her. Thankfully, with the help of the town's sheriff, Dumont, Elena is found healthy. But who kidnapped her? Better still, what was the motive behind the act? Was it a question about money or something more?
Meanwhile, Nick is forced to look into his list of clients and search for potential suspects. One person stands out— Michael. He has a history of kidnapping and has served time in prison. Temporarily, Michael becomes the center of attention until he winds up dead! With several deaths and a kidnap, things become more complicated! What's next for Nick, Ashley, Elena, and Dumont?
I enjoyed how unpredictable the story became as it advanced. The characters that seemed sweet and likable turned out suspicious with time. For instance, Nick and the sheriff were sure Michael was the kidnapper until his death. When new evidence shows up, the mysteries become even more complex to unravel.
I loved how passionate Nick was about his profession. Helping people came naturally to him. In addition, even with his daughter's kidnap, he could not breach his client's confidentiality. Ashley was an astounding business lady. From scratch, she made a fortune from her coffee businesses. Even with such a fierce profile, she was a lovable mother to Elena and a kind-hearted wife to Nick.
When Ashley's business nearly faces bankruptcy, Nick is there for her. In short, they stay united as a family. I enjoyed reading that. I learned about medical terminologies like Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). While composing a mystery novel, I loved how the author showcased his prowess in mental health.
There were lots of humor in the dialogue, especially with Nick and his clients. The vulgarity was necessary to display contrasting behavior and nature, and in some cases, the emotional distress caused by childhood traumas. There are several instances of molestation and physical abuse. There was nothing to despise. Hence, I award Psyched by Chris Morkides 4 out of 4 stars. I noted very few errors. As follows, it is well edited. The author balanced therapy and family dynamics adeptly. I recommend it to lovers of crime and mystery-related novels.
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Psyched
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Nick is a passionate therapist, a profession he holds dear to his heart because he helps people. But clients can wound up a little dangerous. While on vacation in Maine, Nick's daughter, Elena, is abducted. Distraught by the inhumane act, he and his wife, Ashley, do all they can to find her. Thankfully, with the help of the town's sheriff, Dumont, Elena is found healthy. But who kidnapped her? Better still, what was the motive behind the act? Was it a question about money or something more?
Meanwhile, Nick is forced to look into his list of clients and search for potential suspects. One person stands out— Michael. He has a history of kidnapping and has served time in prison. Temporarily, Michael becomes the center of attention until he winds up dead! With several deaths and a kidnap, things become more complicated! What's next for Nick, Ashley, Elena, and Dumont?
I enjoyed how unpredictable the story became as it advanced. The characters that seemed sweet and likable turned out suspicious with time. For instance, Nick and the sheriff were sure Michael was the kidnapper until his death. When new evidence shows up, the mysteries become even more complex to unravel.
I loved how passionate Nick was about his profession. Helping people came naturally to him. In addition, even with his daughter's kidnap, he could not breach his client's confidentiality. Ashley was an astounding business lady. From scratch, she made a fortune from her coffee businesses. Even with such a fierce profile, she was a lovable mother to Elena and a kind-hearted wife to Nick.
When Ashley's business nearly faces bankruptcy, Nick is there for her. In short, they stay united as a family. I enjoyed reading that. I learned about medical terminologies like Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). While composing a mystery novel, I loved how the author showcased his prowess in mental health.
There were lots of humor in the dialogue, especially with Nick and his clients. The vulgarity was necessary to display contrasting behavior and nature, and in some cases, the emotional distress caused by childhood traumas. There are several instances of molestation and physical abuse. There was nothing to despise. Hence, I award Psyched by Chris Morkides 4 out of 4 stars. I noted very few errors. As follows, it is well edited. The author balanced therapy and family dynamics adeptly. I recommend it to lovers of crime and mystery-related novels.
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Psyched
View: on Bookshelves