The Fire Inside: 2 (Tony Moretti) - Softcover

Colella, Brian

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798987755006

Publisher: Brian A Colella, 2025

Synopsis

FIGHTING FIRES TAKES GUTS. LEADING A TEAM INTO THE FLAMES TAKES SOMETHING FAR GREATER.

TONY MORETTI IS READY FOR NEW CHALLENGES. Smart, tough, and driven to make a difference, he leaves his post as an airport firefighter and embarks on a grueling three-month wildfire stint with the U.S. Forest Service.

It’s only a prelude to his next stop: a position as a fire department lieutenant in Western Pennsylvania’s tough, steel-forged Monongahela Valley.

But the transition is far from smooth. Struggling to navigate the responsibilities of command, Tony’s new colleagues question his abilities, his past trauma haunts him, and his personal relationships are fraying at the seams. To make matters worse, an arsonist is on the loose, making his growth as an officer more critical than ever.

Determined to prove his abilities and conquer his personal demons, Tony throws himself into the fight, pushing harder with every challenge. But as the pressure mounts, one question lingers—will his best be enough?

Brace yourself for a pulse-pounding tale of courage, resilience, and the price of leadership.

About this title

About the Author

Brian Colella, a lifelong resident of Western Pennsylvania, holds a PhD in Public and International Affairs from the University of Pittsburgh. Drawing on thirty-five years of firefighting experience, he writes fast-paced action tales that celebrate everyday heroes-ordinary people who rise to confront extraordinary challenges. An avid runner, history buff, amateur photographer, classic rock fan, and 2nd generation Camaro enthusiast, he and his wife Karen can often be found exploring Pittsburgh's many parks, coffee shops, libraries, and bookstores.

Edition details

• Publisher: Brian A Colella
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798987755006
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 333