What is the ultimate potential of the human mind? Jason Patrick LaCost is gifted with a genius IQ, the ability to sense what others are thinking, and a passion for solving the planet's biggest problems. As head of research for a mega biotech company, Jason discovers that will revolutionize agriculture and eliminate worldwide hunger. But not everyone is happy. Things get ugly when a corporate shark wants to steal LaCost's discoveries. Fortunately, his boss has his back and calls on an old friend and security specialist for help and extra muscle. LaCost falls hard for Alison Russo and together they welcome seven-year-old Sarah into their care. Sarah becomes the real star of the show as it becomes more and more clear that she is an evolved human whose intellect is way off anyone's charts. LaCost and Sarah together develop a mental bond that normal minds have never before achieved. As Sarah matures, so do her amazing abilities. To some, she is an angel from God—to others, their worst nightmare. LaCost's continuing research leads to bigger and more important discoveries and to more dangerous enemies who threaten his work, his family, and his life. LaCost and his super-group of friends and extraordinary partners band together to fight off the threats, becoming like family in the process and paving the way for further adventures.
Patrick Rizio has been a jazz drummer, journeyman cement finisher, and union representative. He grew up reading science fiction, and he loves travel, dogs, music, and tennis. Inspired by thinkers he admires including David Deutsch, Karl Popper, Carl Sagan, and Carlo Rovelli, Rizio—always an avid reader—has a developed a passion for writing. LaCost: The Evolution Of Jason is his first novel.