Naturally, he sees this disorder, or other psychological maladies, everywhere he looks. As he examines prot, an interstellar traveler from the planet K-PAX, his own obsessions and insecurities reveal themselves. prot captivates the people who meet him. His lucidity and naïve way of questioning the norms of human society trigger reminiscence and self-reflection in the doctor, confidence and healing in others. He provides startling and verifiable details about his home planet, and performs inexplicable acts that seem to confirm his K-PAXian origin. The author user clear, direct language and skillfully crafted dialog to move the plot along. K-PAX is a compelling read and prot’s agreeable nature, even when held in captivity, leaves the reader wanting to know more about him, his life, and his opinions on life and the universe.(less)