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Her work earned her the Golden Pen of Freedom Award in 2012 for her bravery in exposing government corruption. Critical Reception
Due to the book's revelations, Hernández has faced numerous death threats and has lived under 24-hour protection by bodyguards. Los seГ±ores del narco
Much of the book focuses on the rise of Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán and the Sinaloa Cartel, alleging that they were protected by top officials, most notably former security chief Genaro García Luna . Her work earned her the Golden Pen of
Reviewers from platforms like The Guardian and Goodreads describe the book as a "riveting story" of "total rot," though some readers note the sheer volume of names and nicknames can be daunting for those unfamiliar with Mexican political history. Reviewers from platforms like The Guardian and Goodreads
Hernández spent five years combing through official reports and conducting interviews with authorities, experts, and cartel-linked individuals.
Hernández argues that the "War on Drugs" in Mexico is largely a fiction. Instead of a battle between the state and criminals, she describes a systemic partnership where government institutions—including the military and federal police—frequently side with specific cartels to eliminate their rivals.
The book names names, documenting how politicians, judges, and entrepreneurs have collaborated with traffickers since the 1970s. Investigative Scope and Impact