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L.R. O’Brien is a former physics technologist, tech entrepreneur, and mayor of Ottawa, the capital city of Canada. With decades of experience in the high-tech industry, including secure communications and semiconductor design, O’Brien brings a unique perspective to the intersection of artificial intelligence and global politics.

His first novel, 2028: Tomorrow is the Day, reflects his deep understanding of the implications of AI on society.

In addition to his work in tech, O’Brien served as mayor of Ottawa, gaining first-hand insight into the workings of government. Now retired, he combines his passion for science, politics, and storytelling to create a gripping narrative about the future we may soon face.

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Creatures of Consequence: The Symbolic Heartbeat of 2028: Tomorrow is the Day”

At first glance, 2028: Tomorrow is the Day might feel like a techno-thriller packed with espionage, geopolitics, and a high-stakes race to unlock alien intelligence. But beneath the surface, the story pulses with something far more primal — a symbolic heartbeat that reveals itself through the characters and the world they’re trying to navigate… or survive.

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