In this masterful work of non-fiction, Nobel laureate Gabriel García Márquez chronicles the harrowing real-life kidnappings of ten prominent Colombians in 1990 by Pablo Escobar's Medellín Cartel. Through meticulous investigative journalism and his signature narrative style, Márquez reconstructs the terrifying months of captivity, the anguish of the families, and the complex political negotiations that took place behind the scenes. The book is a powerful exploration of a nation held hostage by narco-terrorism, delving deep into the psychological impact on the victims and the moral dilemmas faced by a government under siege. It's a compelling and unforgettable piece of reportage.