The stars of our story, Vladimir Fortune, a character as lofty as his name would suggest and the Doctor, Leon Cane both have unique abilities. Vladimir can remember in full detail the past lives he has lived and the Doctor provides a service to patients which entails the rare technique known as "Thought Therapy." The setting is within a government-controlled cyberpunk world ravaged by wars and pollution, where leaders looked to the biggest corporations for help. The United States was put up for auction and after a bidding war between companies, a new era begun. In the year 2039, another stepping stone was made in our all-encompassing bond with technology. The brain implant became a necessity of citizenship within the United Companies of America, as well as a convenient tracker of all kinds. The Diamond Scalpel is a jaw-dropping thriller with a tightrope ending that will leave you wanting more.