The Dark Side by Jane Mayer

"The Dark Side" by Jane Mayer is a non-fiction book that explores the use of torture and other controversial tactics by the United States government in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. Mayer details the decision-making process behind the use of enhanced interrogation techniques, and the legal and ethical debates surrounding them. She also examines the impact of these tactics on the individuals who were subjected to them, as well as the broader implications for American democracy and human rights. The book draws on extensive research and interviews with key players in the Bush administration, as well as classified documents and memos. The 6964th greatest book of all time