Description
In the heart of Anchorage’s icy underbelly, a meth addict turned heroin dealer races against time, betrayal, and addiction in a chaotic bid for freedom. SLO RYD is a raw, unfiltered dive into the criminal underground of Alaska, told through the eyes of Slo-a fast-talking, street-smart hustler with dreams of escaping to Cabo with his ride-or-die partner, Moto. Slo doesn’t use heroin, but he deals it. Meth keeps him going, and money keeps him moving. Together with Moto, a beautiful and haunted Athabaskan woman, they run a ruthless operation fueled by desperation and street loyalty. But as their pasts catch up and paranoia tightens its grip, cracks begin to form in their empire-and in their relationship. From high-speed chases and near-death overdoses to violent drug deals and secret betrayals, SLO RYD is a visceral portrait of life on the edge. Behind the humor and hustle lies a darker story of trauma, survival, and a longing for redemption. As Moto confronts the ghosts of her childhood and Slo battles his own demons, they face a final crossroads: get out alive, or go down blazing. Written with brutal honesty, gritty dialogue, and flashes of dark humor, Joey Robertson’s debut novel delivers a powerful narrative that doesn’t flinch. SLO RYD captures the high-stakes world of addiction and underground crime with a voice that is as tragic as it is unforgettable.
