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Smuggler

By: Roger Reaves
Narrated by: Roger Reaves
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Roger Reaves grew up a poor farm boy in Georgia and went from making 'moonshine' to becoming one of the most prolific smugglers of the 20th century. He covered six continents, transporting 20 ton ship loads of hash, tons of cocaine, and completed more than 100 sorties across the US border with plane loads of marijuana. His friends and associates spanned the globe - from Medellin Cartel kingpins Jorge Ochoa and Pablo Escobar, to "Mr. Nice" Howard Marks and the infamous Barry Seal who was Roger's close friend and employee. He escaped from prison on five separate occasions; was shot down in both Mexico and Colombia; and tortured almost to death in a Mexican prison. Despite it all, Roger still has a twinkle in his eye as he recounts his life story. And you have probably never heard of him...till now.

©2016 William Roger Reaves (P)2021 William Roger Reaves

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Excellent

Well written story from a great perspective very interesting and good the way points out what judges do to people

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This tale will make you wonder... "What if.."

I think this is made better by the fact its narrated by the author, who better to tell their own tale who did so with emotion, detail and at times brutal honesty.
This will especially appeal to people with a bit of rogue in them, those with a sense of mischief and with a twinkle in their eye.
I am one such, I've had not half the adventures described in this book but man did this story have me on the edge of my seat at times, other times laughing out loud and also sadness at the human impact. I listened to it at every opportunity.
If I'd had the physical copy it'd be one of those books you'd say "I couldn't put it down."
I'm glad to see Roger Reaves is now released and is a popular guest on talks and podcasts.
He has a great story and tells it well.
I genuinely think this is the most interesting tale I've heard in all my years.

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Fantastic

This is a must read. What a horrible unbalanced world we live in. Thanks Rodger for your take on life and love.

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great listen

Found it very honest and interesting. Narration by author was a big plus as he was telling his own story and his accent was a big part of it.

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Smuggler

What an incredible story. We could all learn a lot from Reaves, despite being a smuggler he has a good moral compass.

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Great story teller

Great story teller but at the of the day stop justifying your crime - your just a criminal that supported murderers and evil. You weave a great tale but you choose to support drug bosses. God knows.

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Superb!

One of the best written and narratives I’ve ever listened to!!
Exceptional Roger. Many truths about our warped society.

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Fascinating

Crime doesn’t pay, but what an adventurous life. Well read.
Would recommend to anyone, very enjoyable.

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Incredible Book I loved it

This is one of the best books I ever read I highly recommend it

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Wowza....

This man's life is the very definition of "full"!

Thanks so much for sharing your life story, as hard as it is to believe in part. As a fellow pilot you made my heart race and my mouth grin describing your many close calls. I applaud your down to earth, honest style. Like us all, you aren't a perfect man, but the depth of your caring and compassion for others, and for life, is endearing. You really do inspire one to make the very most of every day we have on this earth.

Best wishes to you and your lovely family, wherever you are!

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