Satan's Scalpel

Satan's Scalpel by Arthur Leo Zagat is a gripping thriller that cuts to the heart of human darkness and twisted genius. When a brilliant but deranged surgeon goes on a rampage, his weapon of choice is not just any scalpel—it's a tool of terror that leaves his victims in grotesque states. As the body count rises and panic grips the city, a determined detective races against time to track down the madman behind the surgical nightmares. With each clue leading deeper into a chilling web of motives and madness, can the detective stop the surgeon before his scalpel claims more lives? Dive into this spine-tingling tale where every cut reveals a new layer of horror.

Arthur Leo Zagat (1896–1949) was an American lawyer, prolific pulp fiction writer, and editor best known for his contributions to the horror, science fiction, and mystery genres. Born in New York City, Zagat served in World War I before pursuing a legal career. However, his passion for storytelling led him to writing, where he found success in the pulp magazine market of the 1920s and 1930s. Zagat authored hundreds of short stories and novellas, often collaborating with fellow writers like Nat Schachner. His most famous works include dystopian science fiction tales, eerie horror stories, and hard-boiled detective fiction. Zagat also contributed to serialized stories, such as the "Doc Savage" adventures, and became a popular fixture in magazines like Weird Tales, Astounding Stories, and Argosy. His writing style is noted for its vivid, imaginative worlds and engaging plots. Zagat passed away in 1949, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the golden age of pulp fiction.