The Country of Too

The Cobra is a young debt collector and gang enforcer who is assigned the murder of Polo, a prominent human rights activist. He is forced to confront his violent past and make a decision about what he is willing to risk in the future. Rey Rosa's The Country of Toó is a gripping account of what it means to consider societal change under the constant threat of violence.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 120 pages
Publication date: 11 January 2024
Publisher: Biblioasis

One of the most anticipated LatinX Horror and Crime Fiction of 2023, this sumptuously written thriller delves into profound questions about our relationships with each other and our planet. Raised on the streets of Central America, the Cobra, a young debt collector and gang enforcer, has never had the opportunity to distinguish between right and wrong until he is assigned the murder of Polo, a prominent human rights activist, and his friend. As his conscience begins to weigh on him, and his patron becomes aware of his actions, a remote Mayan community offers the Cobra a potential sanctuary, but the people there are facing the relentless threat of predatory mining companies. With danger lurking around every corner, the Cobra is compelled to confront his violent past and make a crucial decision about the risks he is willing to take in the future, all while navigating the intricate web of corruption that has been upheld by decades of political oppression.

In his captivating novel, The Country of Toó, Rey Rosa intricately weaves a web of corruption that spans decades of political oppression. Through the perspectives of the Cobra, Polo, a faction of drug-dealing oligarchs, and Jacobo, a child caught in the crosshairs, Rosa exposes the stark realities of exploitation in all its forms. The book serves as a scathing indictment of the societal changes that are often hindered by the constant threat of violence.

The Cobra, raised on the streets of Central America, has a tumultuous past marked by violence. He is a skilled debt collector and gang enforcer, but his moral compass is clouded by the harsh realities of his upbringing. When he is assigned the murder of Polo, a prominent human rights activist and his friend, he is forced to confront the consequences of his actions.

As he delves deeper into the investigation, the Cobra becomes increasingly aware of the intricate web of corruption that surrounds him. He encounters a faction of drug-dealing oligarchs who control the local economy and use their power to exploit the people. Jacobo, a child caught in the crosshairs of the oligarchs, becomes a symbol of hope for the Cobra, as he represents the potential for change and a better future.

However, the Cobra's decision to help Jacobo puts him in direct danger. The oligarchs are not willing to let anyone stand in their way, and they will stop at nothing to protect their interests. The Cobra must navigate a perilous path, balancing his desire to help Jacobo with the need to protect himself and his loved ones.

As the danger escalates, the Cobra is forced to confront his violent past and make a decision about what he is willing to risk in the future. He must decide whether to continue down the path of violence and corruption or to embrace a more righteous path. The choice is not easy, and the consequences are potentially life-changing.

In the end, the Cobra must choose between his own survival and the greater good. He must decide whether to stand up against the oligarchs and fight for justice or to continue to navigate the dangerous waters of corruption and violence. The Country of Toó is a gripping account of what it means to consider societal change under the constant threat of violence. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of hope.

Weight: 270g
Dimension: 133 x 211 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781771965149