Law & Disorder

The inspiration for the hit Netflix series Mindhunter, as well as the model for Agent Jack Crawford in the iconic Silence of the Lambs, #1 New York Times bestselling author John Douglas delves deep into his most notable cases, and reveals what it's like to confront evil in its most monstrous form.


No one is more familiar with humanity's most notorious crimes, or those who commit them, than legendary FBI profiler John Douglas. Over the course of his celebrated career, Douglas has pursued, studied, and interviewed scores of violent predators, including Charles Manson, James Earl Ray, Dennis Rader, and David Berkowitz.
In this provocative and personal book, the most prominent criminal investigator of our time offers his unique perspective on the criminal mind while also exploring the wrenching challenges involved in seeing justice served. Writing with award‑winning partner, Mark Olshaker, Douglas opens up about his involvement in historic, headline-making cases-including the West Memphis Three, Amanda Knox, and JonBenet Ramsey.

Brimming with gripping narratives, Law & Disorder sheds light on some of our most pressing questions about guilt, innocence, the pursuit of justice, and the heart of human darkness.