by Dave Cullen
First published 2024
April 20th, 1999. Two students open fire at Columbine High School, shattering the lives of hundreds. In the aftermath, a nation grapples with grief, confusion, and an unshakable question: why? Journalist Dave Cullen's meticulously researched account delves into the dark motives and missed warning signs that led to this tragedy, painting a gripping portrait of the victims, survivors, and the community torn apart. As the 25th anniversary approaches, this powerful memorial edition revisits a pivotal moment that forever changed America.
Genres: history, american, crime, non-fiction, 21st-century, true-crime
Vibes: dark, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: community, grief
496 pages · Paperback
Content warnings: death, violence