LAGUNA HILLS, CA — An acclaimed author is coming to Orange County to speak at a free library event about her latest book.
Author Tess Gerritsen has written more than thirty books that have been published in forty countries and sold more than 40 million copies, according to library officials.
According to OC Libraries, Gerritsen is the daughter of a Chinese immigrant and a Chinese American seafood chef.
Her latest book, "The Shadow Friends," is the third in the "Martini Club" series, which details the story of a group of retired spies who solve mystery by using their espionage skills.
Gerritsen will speak during a "Meet the Author" event at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 3. No registration is required to attend.
The event takes place at the Laguna Hills Community Center, 25555 Alicia Pkwy.
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