Ep 9. Shadow

Dr. Daniel Pierce, a neuroscience professor with paranoid schizophrenia, is called in by the FBI to assist with a case involving a missing woman. As he investigates, he starts to suspect a connection between this case and a previous one, which had led to the death of one of his students. With the help of his teaching assistant, Natalie, and his FBI handler, Kate, Pierce delves deeper into the mystery, all while struggling to keep his own hallucinations in check.

In "Shadow," Pierce is approached by a former student, Gwen, who is being haunted by a demon-like figure that only she can see. At first, Pierce dismisses it as a symptom of Gwen's schizophrenia, but when he starts to see the same figure himself, he realizes that something more is going on. Meanwhile, Kate receives an unexpected visit from her brother, who has just been released from prison after serving time for a crime he claims he did not commit.

As Pierce and Gwen work together to uncover the truth behind their shared vision, they discover a connection to a long-dormant case involving a serial killer who was active in the area years ago. With his expertise in neuroscience and Gwen's firsthand experience with mental illness, they are able to piece together the killer's motives and methods, as well as the reason behind the demon-like apparition. But as they get closer to the truth, they realize that the killer is still out there, and may be closer than they think.

Meanwhile, Kate struggles with her conflicted feelings about her brother's release, and the possibility that he may have been involved in the crime after all. As she tries to come to terms with the truth, she realizes that she may have to choose between her loyalty to her family and her duty to the FBI.

As always, Perception delivers a compelling storyline that balances thrilling mystery with complex character development. In "Shadow," we see Pierce confront his own demons while helping Gwen confront hers, and the result is a gripping and emotionally resonant episode that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. With its strong performances, smart writing, and imaginative visuals, Perception continues to be one of the most exciting shows on television.