Cocaine Cowboys: The Deadly Rise of Ireland's Drug Lords

COCAINE COWBOYS is a book that explores Ireland's love affair with cocaine, from its first arrival on Cork's coast to the billion-euro trade it has become. It follows the stories of Ireland's first cocaine lord, the violence that led to the dismemberment of teenager Keane Mulready Woods, and how cocaine has woven bonds between high society and the underworld.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 02 November 2023
Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd

COCAINE COWBOYS is a captivating exploration of Ireland's profound and enduring relationship with cocaine, spanning from its initial arrival on the rugged shores of Cork to the flourishing billion-euro trade it has evolved into. The book delves into the narratives of key figures, including Ireland's first cocaine lord and his ambitious endeavors to establish a direct route from Miami to Dublin. It also uncovers the tragic violence that unfolded, resulting in the dismemberment of teenager Keane Mulready Woods. Throughout the journey, the book unravels the escalating chaos that engulfs those desperately seeking a share in this modern-day gold rush. It sheds light on how cocaine has forged connections between high society and the underworld, tracing the intricate deal that led to the demise of model Katy French and illustrating how the Kinahan Cartel and Ireland's once-wealthy and influential family joined forces to launder dirty money. COCAINE COWBOYS stands as the definitive chronicle of Colombia's most renowned export's journey to become the drug of a nation.

Weight: 332g
Dimension: 154 x 234 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781804184028