"La virgen de los sicarios" is a novel by Colombian author Fernando Vallejo, published in 1994. The story is set in Medellín, Colombia, during the height of drug violence and follows the life of a gay writer who reflects on love, loss, and the brutal realities of life in a city plagued by crime. The narrative intertwines themes of faith and violence, as the protagonist grapples with the presence of the Virgin Mary amidst the chaos. The book offers a raw and unflinching portrayal of the impact of drug cartels and the culture of assassination, making it a significant work in contemporary Colombian literature.