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The Last Kilo

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T. J.

English's "The Last Kilo" delves into the captivating yet tragic story of Los Muchachos, a group of Cuban exiles who built a massive cocaine empire in the United States.

The book meticulously details their ingenious methods of smuggling, distribution, and money laundering, highlighting their surprising lack of violence and their unexpected influence on American politics.

English masterfully portrays the complex characters involved, exploring their motivations, their relationships, and the ultimate consequences of their actions.

The narrative reveals the dark side of the American Dream, where ambition and greed intertwine with political manipulation and the devastating impact of the drug trade.

The book serves as a gripping reminder of the human cost of unchecked power and the enduring allure of illicit wealth.

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as the author of a new book chronicling the rise and fall of an American cocaine empire.
A Modest Manifesto, Pardons for All, and an American Cocaine Empire

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