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Redeeming Trace
Fresh out of graduate school, CIA psychologist Trace Curran works at his dream job, providing trauma-based psychotherapy and researching the threat level of Antifa-based organizations. As domestic terror escalates, Trace’s world is rocked when an agent on his caseload commits a murder-suicide. Then, the death of his father and the split with his fiancé leave him on the verge of a breakdown.
On leave from CIA duties, Trace returns home to bartend at the family’s tavern. The daily duties serve as a reminder of just how much life has unraveled, and he barely has the will to go on. The start of a new relationship brings some light into his existence, but the continued escalation of Antifa-related domestic terror keeps Trace connected to the CIA. When he’s called back to debrief, his supervisor’s questions leave him suspicious.
It becomes clear that the wave of terrorism is not what it appears, and that someone could be manipulating events, not only to frame Antifa, but to profit from a reeling market. When Trace realizes his fears are justified, the conspiracy turns towards him. Now, he must face his fears and save everything that is important to him—including himself.
On leave from CIA duties, Trace returns home to bartend at the family’s tavern. The daily duties serve as a reminder of just how much life has unraveled, and he barely has the will to go on. The start of a new relationship brings some light into his existence, but the continued escalation of Antifa-related domestic terror keeps Trace connected to the CIA. When he’s called back to debrief, his supervisor’s questions leave him suspicious.
It becomes clear that the wave of terrorism is not what it appears, and that someone could be manipulating events, not only to frame Antifa, but to profit from a reeling market. When Trace realizes his fears are justified, the conspiracy turns towards him. Now, he must face his fears and save everything that is important to him—including himself.
279 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 21, 2025
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Tom Schreck
47 books94 followersTom is the author of "On the Ropes," "TKO,""Out Cold" and "The Vegas Knockout,"all "Duffy Dombrowski Mysteries". His stand alone thriller, "Getting Dunn" was released in 2012.
The Duffy mysteries chronicle the life of a not-so-social social worker, always on the brink of getting fired, who is a bad professional boxer at night and whose best friends are a collection of lovable drunks.
Duffy is part philosopher, part Robin Hood and all heart as he throws himself into helping those who can't help themselves.
Then there's Al--his obstinate basset hound who prefers cheeseburgers, barking at Duffy and naps. But Al seems to show up exactly when it matters.
Often described as a modern day, hipper and less perfect Spenser, Duffy Dombrowski knows the ghetto street and just how unforgiving they can be.
The Duffy mysteries chronicle the life of a not-so-social social worker, always on the brink of getting fired, who is a bad professional boxer at night and whose best friends are a collection of lovable drunks.
Duffy is part philosopher, part Robin Hood and all heart as he throws himself into helping those who can't help themselves.
Then there's Al--his obstinate basset hound who prefers cheeseburgers, barking at Duffy and naps. But Al seems to show up exactly when it matters.
Often described as a modern day, hipper and less perfect Spenser, Duffy Dombrowski knows the ghetto street and just how unforgiving they can be.
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February 19, 2024
I found it a little tough to be in Trace’s head. When he was frequently describing his mental/emotional gymnastics, I would find myself taken out of the story. I did appreciate those same gymnastics for the reality of the struggle to improve mental/emotional health. Also, his insecurities rang a bell with me, so it could be stressful to read those internal monologues. 😏
I do wish Trace would have been able to witness Dr Williams’ and Marie’s arrests or trials. One, it would be facing both of his personal/professional “demons” and two, satisfaction to see the justice that he brought about to put a period on the whole affair (more than the lethal showdown with strangers at the school).
I do wish Trace would have been able to witness Dr Williams’ and Marie’s arrests or trials. One, it would be facing both of his personal/professional “demons” and two, satisfaction to see the justice that he brought about to put a period on the whole affair (more than the lethal showdown with strangers at the school).
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April 18, 2023
I can not say enough good things about this book. Perfect characters, breakneck pacing, brilliant analysis of the world we live in, and edge of your seat tension. From the moment you flip the book open, you are in for the ride until you reach the final word. Do not start this book if you have other stuff to do that day!
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