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Unearthing Adventure: A Thrilling Action Novel of Larry O'Brien, Cornero's Gold

August 9, 2024

California, Los Angeles — Larry O'Brien's Cornero's Gold is a literary is a literary masterpiece that transcends the boundaries of action-adventure fiction, immersing readers in

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a world of action-adventure fiction, immersing readers in

a world of high-stakes historical events, pulse-pounding action,

and profound human emotion. Against the enchanting Los

Angeles backdrop, O'Brien's novel takes readers on an

exhilarating journey through the murky rollercoaster of

investigations, mystery, and redemption, leaving an indelible

mark on the literary landscape. 

Cornero's Gold by Larry O'Brien travels back to the sun-soaked

streets of 1970's California in this lighthearted, slice-of-life

detective genre. A journey to discover the treasures lost in

Santa Monica Bay which was owned by Tony Cornero.

When part-time private investigator Kit O'Banion is called in on a new case for his detective father, what should have been a simple money drops leads to murder, blackmail, loan sharks, and a treasure hunt.

As Kit unravels a mystery that his surprisingly close to home, he rekindles a long-awaited romance with lovely Jacquie, his childhood friend and novice investigator. As the two fall effortlessly in love, they spend their time surfing, sailing, and hosting big family gatherings. That is when they're not uncovering clues, chasing down leads, and navigating treacherous dealings with the Mafia. 

"The Colleti brothers joined Captain Pete and the three sailors aboard the launch. They immediately cast off and went after the pirates, who by now had a hefty head heart."

— Social Media Management, Larry O'Brien

Check out the Social Media Account Management by author Larry O'Brien on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr, Goodreads, and Thread.

Larry O'Brien was born in Glendale, California, and raised in Eagle Rock, a suburb of Los Angeles. He went to California State University, Long Beach, and worked for Security Pacific Bank as a foreign exchange trader. He also served in the US Naval Reserve. After he retired, he became a private investigator.

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Cornero's Gold

Written by Larry O'Brien

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