The explosive memoir of legendary DEA agents and the subject of the
hit Netflix series Narcos, Steve Murphy and Javier F. Pena For the
first time, legendary DEA operatives Steve Murphy and Javier F.
Pena tell the true story of how they took down Pablo Escobar.
Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar's brutal Medellin Cartel was
responsible for trafficking tonnes of cocaines to North America and
Europe in the 1980s and '90s. Colombia became a war zone as his
sicarios mercilessly murdered thousands of people - competitors,
police and civilians - to ensure he remained Colombia's reigning
kingpin. With billions in personal income, Escobar bought off
politicians and lawmen and became a hero to poorer communities by
building houses and sports centres. He was untouchable. But when
Escobar became one of America's most wanted, agents Steve Murphy
and Javier F Pena were tasked with ending his reign of terror. For
eighteen months, Steve and Javier lived and worked beside Colombian
authorities, finding themselves in the crosshairs of sicarios who
were targeting them for the $300,000 bounty Escobar placed on their
heads. Undeterred, they risked the dangers, relentlessly and
ruthlessly separating the drug lord from his resources and allies,
tearing apart his empire, and sending him underground and on the
run from enemies on both sides of the law. From their rigorous
physical training and early assignments in Miami and Austin, to the
Colombian mission that would make their names, Manhuntersis the
jaw-dropping true story of how the world's most infamous
narcoterrorist was finally put out of business. * "Riveting. A
must-read for anyone interested in one of the major campaigns on
the war on drugs." Publishers Weekly "A thriller-esque
account...keep[s] the pages turning." Kirkus Reviews "A gripping
insider account of the hunt for Pablo Escobar. Brilliant, bold, and
no holds barred, this is an impeccable true crime story, told by
the two brave men who risked everything to bring down the world's
first narco-terrorist. A five-star read!" Brad Thor, #1 New York
Times bestselling author of 'Spymaster' "Manhunters is a riveting
account of two brave DEA Agents who put their lives, along with
their families lives, on the line to fight the war on drugs in the
US and Colombia. A must read on the take down of Pablo Escobar and
the part they played in the investigation." Joe Pistone, a.k.a.
Donnie Brasco "A fast-paced tale by two agents for the DEA who had
the inside track on bringing down the most wanted man in recent U.S
history." Bruce Porter, New York Times bestselling author of 'Blow'
and 'Snatched' "Manhunters is a gripping story about two true
patriots who were the difference makers in the final hunt for Pablo
Escobar. They are heroes to a world that was otherwise held captive
by the evil of the planet's first narco-terrorist. Their bravery is
unparalleled, and we owe them a great deal of gratitude for their
selfless sacrifices. It is an honor to know them and their story."
?Robert Mazur, New York Times bestselling author of The Infiltrator
"Steve and Javier's experience on the front lines of the war on
drugs over the last thirty years made them an invaluable source of
information for us. Their contacts, both foreign and domestic,
allowed us to put together a narrative of one of the most complex,
poorly reported, and misunderstood chapters in our recent past."
Eric Newman, Executive Producer, 'Narcos' "Steve Murphy and Javier
Pena recount their involvement in the pursuit and ultimate victory
over a savvy and ruthless killer who declared an uncivil war
against his own country. Never failing to credit Colombian heroism
in this gripping struggle, Murphy and Pena offer fresh details of
the chase for Pablo Escobar that resulted in his defeat and
reclamation of the country from the deadly forces of
narco-terrorism. A must-read for any fan of Narcos!" Chris
Brancato, Executive Producer, 'Narcos' "Steve Murphy and Javier
Pena are the real deal; true heroes of the drug war. Manhunters
outlines the most important operation in the history of DEA; the
killing of the most brutal and notorious drug lord in the world,
Pablo Escobar. They give an incredible account of that day in
Medellin, Colombia, when Pablo was killed by Colombian police that
were supported, advised, and trained by these two American warriors
who were on the scene when it all happened. This book is a great
read and a critical account of DEA's finest hour." LTG (Ret.)
William G. Boykin, Former Commander of U.S. Army Special Forces and
Founding Member of Delta Force "Manhunters grabs you from the first
page and gives you a front-row seat into the harrowing inter-agency
and international hunt for the brutal narcotrafficker Pablo
Escobar. Two unlikely heroes recount their stories in a way that is
both compelling and captivating." Congresswoman Mary Bono "A
compelling read about the adventures of two true American law
enforcement heroes who ultimately took on the world's first
narco-terrorist, the world's most wanted criminal, the world's
largest cocaine baron, Pablo Escobar, and won! They include
accounts of other investigations, personal challenges, and the
sacrifices made not only by them but their families as well."
Barbara Comstock, former VA congresswoman
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