I wanted to read this book because of the author’s deep knowledge of Colombia but it is sadly just loaded with a lot of statistics and opinions of those on both sides of the illegal drug business, users, and law enforcement.
The case he makes for legalizing- in this case cocaine, is better than others I have read, but I had hoped there would be more on the trail from the grower to the processor, to the multiple middlemen.
Still it is a good resource especially for someone with limited knowledge. ( )

Feiling has made well written and cogently argued analysis of the cocaine trade specifically, and the prohibition of drugs in general.

This is a welcome addition to the ever growing chorus arguing in favour of drug policy reform. ( )

3.5 stars. ( )