A former New York City investment advisor commissions the help of a treasure-lucky Nick Dawson and Brad Radcliffe. He offers them an enticing tale from his father’s past and has tangible, shiny proof of his claim.
The tag-along French vessel, Griffon, survived the massive 1715 hurricane off the east coast of Florida and, after doing so, seemed to have changed its mission. While returning to Havana for repairs the Griffon’s Captain dropped treasure in four locations throughout the Florida Keys. But why?
The trouble begins immediately as Nick and his buddies realize the powerful Florida Mafia is not going forgive and forget the carnage that happened just one year ago off the coast of Daytona Beach Shores! Not to mention the chance return of a couple of blundering crooks who are just lucky enough to cross paths with the treasure team once again!
While searching to possibly locate the hidden chests, the team is forced to dig with one hand and fight off a relentless string of bad guys with the other. A pair of old Conchs offer their priceless knowledge and colorful character to the story as the boys are forced to decide; is the reward worth the risk they must face to locate this historic treasure or have the gods of good luck flipped them their last chip.
One thing is for sure…
…Be careful wishing for big adventures…one may find you!
"...and I read most of this book holding my breath..."
"...Steve's books are like Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn meet the Hardy Boys...in West Virginia..."
Steve Kittner
Author
Steve Kittner was born and raised in Elkview, West Virginia and spent his youth in the hills and along the muddy banks of the Elk River; fishing, hunting, hiking, camping, biking and playing ball, as kids of his generation did. Upon graduation from Herbert Hoover (1980),Steve worked in the oilfield, and then found himself in the airline industry for the next twenty-one years in four different cities. In 2007 Steve moved south and now, co-owns a small business with his wife, Valentina.
Of course, Steve also works as apart-time author. Writing is a hobby that he has enjoyed most of his life, having written a few stories as a young boy, one of which was displayed in the old Sunrise Museum in Charleston. His roots are deeply planted along the Elk River in his beloved West Virginia and his novels come straight from the heart as well as from some of the experiences and adventures he had as a boy. He pours a lot of himself into every story.
These days, Steve resides in Central Florida with his wife and children…and is still up for a good adventure every now and then.