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International Tensions Explode in The Past Always Comes Back

Monument, CO – April 16, 2026 – With Russian mafia connections, mercenary hit squads, and revenge stretching from Salzburg to Oregon, Larry Patzer’s The Past Always Comes Back is a chilling reflection of the fragile balance of today’s global politics.

In an era where headlines echo with news of espionage, international rivalries, and cyber warfare, Patzer’s novel feels eerily relevant. The story begins with Michael and Ann Johnson, an unsuspecting couple whose tranquil American life is shattered by a devastating act of violence. What looks like a domestic tragedy is soon revealed to be part of an international vendetta, one orchestrated by a powerful Austrian patriarch and fueled by Russian-sourced explosives.

The book’s antagonists, driven by family honor and vengeance, weaponize wealth and influence across borders, reminding readers how power can distort justice and escalate private grievances into global crises. Patzer’s meticulous research into organized crime, international finance, and the shadowy networks of mercenary warfare gives the novel a frighteningly realistic edge.

“This book asks: how far can one family’s obsession ripple out into the world?” Patzer explains. “And the answer is: frighteningly far.”



More than just a chase thriller, The Past Always Comes Back explores how old grudges and personal losses can ignite international conflict — a theme that feels ripped from today’s news cycle.

 The novel’s global scope makes it as timely as it is timeless, ensuring it will resonate long after the last page is turned.