"Killing Pablo" is a non-fiction book by author Mark Bowden that details the rise and fall of the notorious Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar. The book explores Escobar's influence on the global cocaine trade and his violent tactics to maintain power, including his conflicts with the Colombian government and rival cartels. The narrative also covers the efforts of the U.S. government and Colombian authorities to capture Escobar, culminating in his death in 1993. Bowden provides insights into the complexities of the drug war and the impact of Escobar's actions on Colombia and the world.