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When a killer weaponizes hypnosis, FBI Agent Cooper Trace finds himself within a labyrinth of psychological warfare. But can he stay a step ahead as he battles new symptoms of his own disease?

SHATTERED LIFE (A Cooper Trace FBI Suspense Thriller—Book 2) is the second novel in a new series by mystery and suspense author Ella Swift. The series begins with SHATTERED MIND (Book 1).

The Cooper Trace series is a gripping and intense crime thriller saga, showcasing an intricate and troubled protagonist. With its non-stop action, suspenseful moments, unexpected turns, and fast-paced narrative, this series will have you hooked well into the night. Fans of Robert Dugoni, Mary Burton, and Rachel Caine are sure to fall in love.

Future books in the series are also available!

145 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 24, 2024

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19 reviews
February 4, 2025
Shattered Life

Shattered life is a book that I won’t read again, that’s for sure. Too many typos and misspellings.
I might try another book by the author, but doubtable.
318 reviews
April 26, 2026
Shattered life

I swayed whether to read this hoping it would be an improvement of the first book, sadly I was mistaken.
To me the author fills the main story with meaningless "word salad" and then rushed to an anti climax with the real killer/s.
It's a shame as the sub story of the main characters background could make this a really good series.
In addition to this I would strongly advise the author invests in a more adept software programme or hire a different proof reader as the spelling mistakes/typos are off putting especially as there are so many. One paragraph just did not make sense at al!
525 reviews
September 8, 2024
still thrilling and evolving

Our FBI agent now has to deal with his new illness and its consequences in his life (who and what to tell) and reflecting in his ability to catch serial killers . And his little sister’s disappearance 25 years ago keeps coming up. Quite nice to follow as a series so far
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658 reviews8 followers
September 9, 2024
Ho hum story. A hypnotist is able to kill vulnerable people. Cooper is on the hunt for the killer. He has a disability that while it does not stop him from doing his job, it does have some effects that could put others in danger. He also has a sad back story, and that comes in to the story as well. But overall it was rather an average mystery that required a bit more editing.
255 reviews2 followers
July 30, 2024
Shattered Life

Interesting storyline. Good relationship between main protagonists. A lot of past information to keep Agents Cooper interesting. Great read highly recommend.
12 reviews
August 12, 2024
keeps you interested all the way to the end

Fast moving and suspenseful. Makes you want to pick up the next book right away. Able to read each book quickly.
39 reviews
August 15, 2024
Great book

I really enjoyed reading this book. It needs to be edited as there were a lot of mistakes. The plot was good and the story held my attention from beginning to end.
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September 18, 2024
A serial killer uses hypnotherapy to kill his female victors. Cooper Trace, an FBI agent that specializes in profiling is stumped. Fast read. I rate this a 5.0.
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