Heroin Highway

By Chuck Johnson

In the unforgiving streets of Chicago's West Side, Ja Mir, known simply as Ja grapples with the shadow of his father, a notorious drug dealer murdered when Ja was just a child. Growing up amidst violence and lost, Ja is fueled by an unyielding desire to rise above his circumstances. Ja starts off struggling, navigating the complexities of life in a world marred by crime.
Unexpected events take place, leaving Ja in somewhat of a position of power. He faces an urgent choice: remain in his laid-back comfort zone or step boldly into the chaotic underbelly of the drug trade. With plenty of charisma and a humble heart, Ja begins to forge strategic alliances, finding ways to ensure that he and his crew can survive and thrive.
As he ascends in the game, Ja s new life becomes a dizzying rollercoaster of highs and lows. He soon learns that success comes with a heavy price, facing not only the dangers of competing rivals and potential informants but also the darker aspects of human nature: betrayal, greed, and the haunting specter of loss. Relationship dramas complicate his journey, as the demands of his lifestyle strain ties with friends and loved ones.
Through an intricate web of lies and secrets, Ja discovers deeper truths about loyalty, power, and the cost of ambition. Ultimately, he confronts the harsh realities of his choices, leading to a gripping climax that will challenge everything he thought he knew about survival and success. "Heroin Highway" is a raw and unflinching portrayal of a young man's journey in a world where the stakes are life and death, forcing him to seek redemption amidst the chaos of the trenches.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FR17T34M
• ISBN13: 9798264162718
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 252 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.6" x 6.0"