The Idaho Four: An American Tragedy
Jul 2025 · Sold by Little, Brown
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#1 New York Times bestseller!
“A vivid portrait ... a sensitive tribute ... a paean to youth, community, and the tenacity of local law enforcement.” —New York Times
“This is much more than a true crime book. It’s a vivid exploration of the range of human response when faceless terror strikes. It’s a portrait of America in this polarized moment.” —Town & Country
The Idaho Four, an instant #1 New York Times bestseller, chronicles the story that began on November 13, 2022, in Moscow, Idaho. In the dark early hours, the lives of four friends and college students were cut short by unspeakable violence. The book—now featuring a newly reported conclusion—is an exploration of a complex criminal investigation and its devastating aftermath. It is a timeless portrait of the worst and best in us.
“Clearest profile yet of the twisted quadruple killer and his motives.” —New York Post
“Perhaps the definitive account of the murders—a disturbing, necessary portrait of a killer and his victims.” —Guardian
“A vivid portrait ... a sensitive tribute ... a paean to youth, community, and the tenacity of local law enforcement.” —New York Times
“This is much more than a true crime book. It’s a vivid exploration of the range of human response when faceless terror strikes. It’s a portrait of America in this polarized moment.” —Town & Country
The Idaho Four, an instant #1 New York Times bestseller, chronicles the story that began on November 13, 2022, in Moscow, Idaho. In the dark early hours, the lives of four friends and college students were cut short by unspeakable violence. The book—now featuring a newly reported conclusion—is an exploration of a complex criminal investigation and its devastating aftermath. It is a timeless portrait of the worst and best in us.
“Clearest profile yet of the twisted quadruple killer and his motives.” —New York Post
“Perhaps the definitive account of the murders—a disturbing, necessary portrait of a killer and his victims.” —Guardian
#1 New York Times bestseller!
“A vivid portrait ... a sensitive tribute ... a paean to youth, community, and the tenacity of local law enforcement.” —New York Times
“This is much more than a true crime book. It’s a vivid exploration of the range of human response when faceless terror strikes....
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28 reviews
Jac Jr
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July 16, 2025
It's an interesting book, however, it tauts "new details" which there aren't any. After reading&watching almost everything on this story, this book basically repeats everything that I've seen or watched. They made it much too long, 138 chapters.
Vickie Watts
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July 14, 2025
This is a fascinating and horrifying story of true crime committed against four college students in Idaho by a psychopath from Pennsylvania. The students were unsuspecting and innocent victims while their killer was a sociopath, a brilliant grad student of criminology who used his studies to commit the crime. The research was impeccable the the interviews showed a great deal of depth and insight. This book held my attention from beginning to end. All opinions expressed are my own.
Dorothy Trumbull
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August 3, 2025
too many names to focus on so fast, not interested to read more.
About the author
James Patterson is the most popular storyteller of our time. An Edgar, ten-time Emmy, and Literarian Award–winning creator of countless beloved series—including Alex Cross, the Women’s Murder Club, and Maximum Ride—Patterson has coauthored #1 bestselling novels with Bill Clinton, Dolly Parton, Michael Crichton, and Viola Davis, as well as #1 bestselling nonfiction, including The Idaho Four, Walk in My Combat Boots, and Filthy Rich.
Vicky Ward is a New York Times bestselling author, a magazine columnist, and an investigative reporter. She is the author of the bestselling books The Liar's Ball, The Devil's Casino, and Kushner, Inc. The Idaho Four is her first book with James Patterson. Read her Substack newsletter, "Vicky Ward Investigates," at vickywardinvestigates.com.
James Patterson is the most popular storyteller of our time. An Edgar, ten-time Emmy, and Literarian Award–winning creator of countless beloved series—including Alex Cross, the Women’s Murder Club, and Maximum Ride—Patterson has coauthored #1 bestselling novels with Bill Clinton, Dolly Parton, Mi...
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