About the Author

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Raymond Saracco Jr. is the author of Through the Smoke and The Archangel of Genoa.

He began his career as a firefighter and has dedicated almost three decades to public service in the fire service. Throughout his career, he has served his community in roles involving firefighting, fire prevention, fire investigation, code enforcement, and public education. His commitment to protecting lives and preserving communities has shaped both his career and his writing.

His first book, Through the Smoke, draws upon his years of experience in the fire service, offering readers an authentic and deeply personal look into the profession and the people who answer the call.

Inspired by a visit to the Florence American Cemetery in Italy, Raymond wrote The Archangel of Genoa to honor the sacrifice of the Greatest Generation. What began as a tribute to one soldier—Angelo Sirico—became a story dedicated to all those who served, sacrificed, and never came home.

Whether writing about firefighters, soldiers, or family, Raymond believes every life has a story worth telling. Through his books, he hopes to preserve those stories for future generations and honor the courage, sacrifice, and resilience that define the human spirit.