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Killing Pablo: The Hunt for the World's Greatest Outlaw

Mark Bowden
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Killing Pablo: The Hunt for the World's Greatest Outlaw

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2002

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Mark Bowden

Killing Pablo: The Hunt for the World's Greatest Outlaw

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Details
Pages

296

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Colombia • 1980s-1990s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Killing Pablo: The Hunt for the World's Greatest Outlaw by Mark Bowden details the search for and eventual downfall of Pablo Escobar, the infamous drug lord. It explores the combined efforts of the Colombian government, the U.S., and rival cartels in capturing a person leading a powerful criminal empire, using extensive research and firsthand accounts.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Informative

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.2

20,795 ratings

75%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Killing Pablo: The Hunt for the World's Greatest Outlaw by Mark Bowden receives praise for its gripping narrative and in-depth research into Pablo Escobar's life and the efforts to capture him. While some readers commend its thrilling pace and detail, others feel it occasionally overwhelms with information. Overall, it’s a captivating and well-researched account of Escobar's downfall.

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Who Should Read Killing Pablo: The Hunt for the World's Greatest Outlaw?

Readers interested in Killing Pablo: The Hunt for the World's Greatest Outlaw would likely enjoy compelling true crime, detailed historical context, and intricate narratives of real-life figures. Fans of Catch Me If You Can or American Desperado may find this book equally captivating for its suspense and depth.

4.2

20,795 ratings

75%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

296

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Colombia • 1980s-1990s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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