The Last Florida Boy

By Tom Gribbin

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The names might be changed, but no one is innocent.

Before cartels, before terrorists, before gangs, guns and violence – even before cell phones – there were just Florida boys smuggling pot up and down the coast, living the free-spirited life of boozy pirates and beach-town heroes. But the times changed, and some never saw the party ending. This is the story of alliances forged, friendships tested and lessons learned – about reefer, the law, love, stand-up comedy, and a little golf. In The Last Florida Boy, John Bellamy’s quixotic journey takes him from dizzying highs to desperate lows as he contends with an era fast disappearing over the horizon like the fading colors of a Gulf of Mexico sunset.

Tom Gribbin

Author

Tom Gribbin graduated from Florida State University, and from the University of Florida Law School. He draws on his experiences as a writer, lawyer, recording artist and touring musician, concert promoter, co-founder of an international chain of comedy clubs, and as an executive of a major entertainment company. He is married and lives in St. Pete Beach, Florida.