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Author: Christiane Scarpino
Publisher: Press 49
Imprint: Press 49
Dimensions:
Width: 13.30cm
, Height: 1.70cm
, Length: 20.30cm
Weight: 0.308kg
ISBN: 9781953315557
ISBN 10: 1953315550
Pages: 296
Publication Date: 30 September 2025
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
Missing Pieces is a powerful, raw, and deeply personal account of surviving the unspeakable horror of terrorism. Christi Scarpino became a casualty of the Cold War in 1977, surviving a devastating FALN bombing in New York City. With unflinching honesty, she reveals how the trauma of that day led to decades of struggle with PTSD. Society labels survivors as 'strong' and moves on-but this memoir forces us to remember. It gives voice to those whose suffering lingers long after the headlines fade. -Joseph Connor, author and counter-terror advocate As a fellow survivor of terrorism, Missing Pieces deeply resonated with me. Christiane's depiction of trauma mirrored my own-flashbacks, anxiety, and disconnection from a world that couldn't understand. Her resilience amidst profound suffering truly inspires. For survivors, this memoir is a reminder that we are not alone. -Elena Breese, Boston Marathon Bombing Survivor Missing Pieces is a brave and brutally honest memoir of navigating PTSD long before it had a name. Christi's psychological wounds shaped her entire life, affecting her career, relationships, and sense of normalcy. She shows us how to own our grief and live again. A must-read for anyone touched by trauma. -Tim Brown, retired NYC firefighter and 9/11 survivor This poignant memoir recounts Christiane's survival of a 1977 terrorist bombing and her lifelong battle with PTSD. Through raw storytelling, she illuminates the resilience needed to reclaim life. Her bond with her dogs-especially her Toller, Turner-became a lifeline. A heartfelt testament to healing and the power of the human-animal connection. -Kathy Santo, author and dog trainer Missing Pieces is compelling, heartbreaking, and ultimately uplifting. It's going to be a tremendous help to people who have experienced trauma. -Tricia Thompson, Rhodesian Ridgeback breeder A courageous memoir that gives hope to anyone suffering from PTSD. It shows it is possible to work through trauma and rediscover joy. -Susan Lynch, author of Life After Kevin
Author Information
Christiane Scarpino is a licensed speech-language pathologist and retired massage therapist who now devotes her life to raising awareness about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A Rutgers University and Purdue University graduate, she lives in New Jersey with her husband and their cherished Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers, with whom she trains and competes in various performance events.
