Part 4, Chapters 24 - 26 Summary and Analysis

In Chapter 24, Krakauer first describes the relationship of Ron and Dan Lafferty after their arrest. Although they seem friendly the few times they are in contact with each other, it is noted that Dan has begun to believe that Ron is an offspring of Satan himself. While one might think Dan would believe Ron was a devil for having the revelation and getting him involved in the murders, Dan instead believes Ron is trying to kill him to keep him from carrying out God's revelation. Actually, twice before Ron had made threatening moves toward his brother in one instance breaking Dan's nose and a rib. On another occasion, Ron presented Dan with a revelation from God saying Dan should let Ron kill him. Dan agreed but Ron did not go through with the action. Later Ron again...