Bonique

Terry, a divorced and depressed investigative journalist, becomes involved in the drug scene in Peterfield, a decaying manufacturing hub in the North of England. He is drawn into a shadowy underworld by his obsession with Paula and is recruited as a driver for drug deals by Mikey, a Jamaican gangster. As Terry searches for contacts to Bonique, a mysterious figure believed to be the leader of the drug gangs, his life becomes increasingly violent. He questions the path he has chosen and struggles to piece together information about the vigilante group targeting suspected drug dealers and criminals. The Government Task Force arrives in Peterfield to break the drug gangs hold on the city, and Terry's involvement with drugs is taken advantage of for information. Will Terry be able to pull together all the pieces and soothe his growing obsessions, or will he lose control and cause harm to himself and his family?

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 04 November 2022
Publisher: Great Northern Books Ltd

Investigative journalist Terry Nelson is a man who has hit rock bottom. Divorced, depressed, and disillusioned, he has abandoned his career to indulge in copious amounts of crack cocaine and engage in meaningless sex in search of the ultimate pleasure. His obsession with the beautiful but shallow Paula leads him down a dark path into a shadowy underworld, where he becomes involved in drug deals to fund their growing addiction.

One day, Terry meets Mikey, a Jamaican gangster, who befriends him and offers him a job as a driver for his drug deals. With this newfound access to large amounts of crack cocaine and information about the local drugs scene, Terry's life takes a dangerous turn. Peterfield, once a prosperous manufacturing hub in the North of England, has descended into extreme urban decay and become a haven for drug users and dealers. International crime gangs supply the drugs, and they are happy to meet the demands of the population, as it helps them regenerate the area and further line their pockets.

Terry becomes convinced that the gangs are led by a mysterious figure known as Bonique. He spends his days searching for contacts to Bonique, and his life becomes increasingly violent as he delves deeper into the underworld. The vigilante group, which is targeting suspected drug dealers and criminals plaguing Peterfield, also becomes a part of Terry's life. As he struggles to piece together any strands of information that might yield an answer about Bonique, Terry's relationship with his mother and father becomes strained.

Meanwhile, a Government Task Force arrives in Peterfield to break the drug gangs' hold on the city. Terry's involvement with drugs is taken advantage of by the Task Force, and he is arrested and charged with drug trafficking. As he sits in his cell, waiting for his trial, Terry reflects on the path he has chosen and wonders if there is any way out of the darkness that has consumed him.

In conclusion, "Peterfield" is a powerful and gripping story that explores the dark side of human nature and the consequences of addiction. It is a cautionary tale that highlights the dangers of drug use and the devastating impact it can have on individuals, families, and communities. The characters in the story are well-developed and relatable, and the plot is filled with suspense and drama. The film is a must-watch for anyone who wants to understand the human cost of drug addiction and the importance of seeking help and support.

Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781914227394