Introduction
Summary of the book Perversion of Justice by Julie K. Brown. Before we start, let’s delve into a short overview of the book. Imagine opening a newspaper and finding a story so unsettling that it makes you feel both horrified and strangely curious at the same time. Picture a man who holds great wealth, moves in powerful circles, and claims to support education and science. Yet, behind the shiny mask, this man secretly traps and abuses young girls, treating them like objects to be traded and discarded. This is the story of Jeffrey Epstein, a man whose crimes were hidden in plain sight for many years. It is also the story of how a determined reporter, Julie K. Brown, refused to let those crimes be swept under the rug. As you turn the pages ahead, you will discover how Epstein’s twisted empire survived by bending the rules, buying silence, and twisting justice. Let’s begin, and prepare yourself to see how power, money, and influence can corrupt everything.
Chapter 1: Diving into the dark mystery of a secretive predator’s shocking world.
It all started with a few whispers that refused to fade away. By the mid-2010s, many people had heard rumors about a wealthy man named Jeffrey Epstein who had received a shockingly mild sentence for crimes that would normally lock someone up for years. The whispering was not just about what he had done, but also about the tangled web of lawyers, powerbrokers, and possibly even government officials who seemed to have helped him. Journalist Julie K. Brown, working at the Miami Herald, grew curious. She wanted to know what really happened behind closed doors and why Epstein had escaped the heavy weight of justice. She suspected that buried beneath old files and forgotten statements was a story so big, it could shake people’s confidence in the very system designed to protect them, rather than criminals like Epstein.
Julie K. Brown wasn’t the first to look into Epstein’s past. Other reporters had tried, but most had given up. Some were silenced by legal threats, while others found the maze of documents and sealed court records too confusing to navigate. The Epstein case wasn’t just a puzzle missing a piece; it felt like a huge jigsaw with most of its pieces scattered across different states, sealed in secret agreements, or locked behind frightened victims’ lips. In 2016, Brown decided it was time to dig deeper. She wanted a fresh angle, something that would give her readers the full picture. At first glance, it looked like old news. Epstein had pleaded guilty to charges involving an underage girl back in 2008. But something about the deal he made with prosecutors smelled fishy.
As Brown looked closer, she realized that what looked like a tiny scratch on the surface was actually a deep wound in the heart of the justice system. Epstein’s wealth and connections allowed him to hire an army of lawyers who seemed to twist every rule they touched. Even more suspicious was the fact that a key figure in Epstein’s plea deal, Alexander Acosta, now held a powerful position in the US government. Acosta had been the US Attorney in Florida when Epstein received his suspiciously light punishment. Now, he was serving as the US Secretary of Labor under President Donald Trump. Brown saw this as the new angle she needed. It wasn’t just about Epstein anymore. It was about who helped protect him, who looked the other way, and why.
This trail was not just about one man’s horrible crimes. It was about an entire legal system that let a rich man slip through its fingers. Brown felt a responsibility to bring the victims’ voices to the forefront. These young girls, now grown women, had suffered terrible abuse and then been ignored. Many had to rebuild their lives from scratch, carrying scars that never truly healed. The question that pulsed in Brown’s mind was: How did Epstein manage to pay so little for such monstrous wrongdoing? What secret doors did he open with his checkbook? What promises were whispered in backrooms? The deeper Brown looked, the clearer it became that this story was about more than one criminal; it was about power, corruption, and a whole system designed to protect the wealthy at the expense of the vulnerable.
Chapter 2: Behind expensive walls: Tracing the puzzling path of wealth and influence.
To understand how Jeffrey Epstein rose to a position where he could buy silence and favors, we must look back at the path he took. Born in Brooklyn in 1953, he was a bright kid who stood out in math and even skipped a couple of grades. However, the more you study Epstein’s early years, the stranger they become. He never finished college, yet somehow landed a job teaching math at the elite Dalton School in New York. One of the intriguing twists here is that Dalton’s headmaster who hired Epstein was Donald Barr, father of William Barr, who would later become the US Attorney General. As if taken from a bizarre script, Donald Barr once wrote a science-fiction novel involving wealthy aliens who enslaved humans for pleasure. Epstein didn’t stay long at Dalton, but that strange detail would haunt the story later.
After leaving teaching, Epstein jumped headfirst into the world of finance. Without a proper degree or the usual banking background, he joined Bear Stearns, a major brokerage firm. It was as if doors just magically opened for him. Within a few years, Epstein was rubbing shoulders with very wealthy clients, promising them that he could manage and multiply their fortunes in ways nobody else could. By the late 1980s, he presented himself as an exclusive financial advisor who only took clients with millions, if not billions, in their accounts. He loved to flaunt this image, posing as a genius investor who moved in circles inhabited by celebrities, top scientists, royalty, and politicians. The question that always lingered: How did this relatively unknown figure earn such trust and influence, and who helped him along the way?
Epstein’s wealth wasn’t just a pile of money. It was a key that granted him access to private jets, huge mansions, and a private island in the US Virgin Islands. Having such properties allowed him to move his activities out of sight, transporting people quietly and controlling who saw what. His reach went beyond just property and luxurious toys. Epstein’s social web included famous professors, powerful politicians, lawyers who could fix problems, and even members of royal families. He donated money to various scientific research projects and institutions, trying to appear as a forward-thinking benefactor of knowledge. This gave him a veneer of respectability and ensured that many people would look at him favorably, or at least not ask too many questions.
Despite these polished appearances, many details of Epstein’s financial empire remain mysterious. He wasn’t known for making brilliant stock trades or creating successful companies. Instead, he seemed to serve as a fixer for the super-rich, helping them move money in ways not easily traced. Some suspected that he collected compromising information on wealthy individuals, using blackmail to secure special deals or protection. Others pointed to his generous donations to political campaigns, strategically given to both Republicans and Democrats. This way, no matter which party was in power, Epstein had friends to call upon. It was this cushion of influence that would later prove so important when his crimes caught the attention of the police, and the legal system faced the choice of punishing him or letting him slip away.
Chapter 3: Deep inside grim reports: Police files unmask a pattern of cruelty and harm.
The true horror of Epstein’s actions started to come into focus around 2005. Police in Palm Beach, Florida, received a complaint from a worried parent about a 14-year-old girl who had been taken to Epstein’s mansion. What the detectives, led by Police Chief Michael Reiter and Detective Joe Recarey, uncovered was far worse than anyone had initially suspected. The mansion wasn’t just a wealthy man’s playground; it was like a machine set up to lure in vulnerable young girls who needed money. The girls would be promised cash for giving massages to Epstein. Once inside, they would be guided to a private room, offered a few hundred dollars in crisp bills, and then told to remove their clothes and touch Epstein in disturbing ways.
As the police dug deeper, they found that this pattern kept repeating. Epstein’s young victims often came from troubled backgrounds or faced financial struggles. Some had tough home lives, broken families, or lacked stable support. Epstein, along with his close associate Ghislaine Maxwell and other helpers, took advantage of their desperation. By offering a quick way to earn money, they reeled them in. The scheme was also self-feeding. Epstein sometimes encouraged these girls to bring in more girls, promising them a finder’s fee so they could avoid direct contact themselves. It was a disgusting, pyramid-like setup that allowed him to maintain a steady supply of victims, each new girl as vulnerable as the last.
The police documented everything they could: phone records, receipts, personal notes, and victim statements. They found that many girls were not just abused once. Instead, this was a cycle of repeated exploitation. Some were taken on private flights to remote islands where they were even more isolated, controlled, and frightened. Others had their passports or phones confiscated. Epstein’s operation was cunningly designed to make the girls feel trapped and powerless. Even if they tried to speak out, Epstein’s lawyers and investigators would allegedly stalk them, frighten them, or threaten legal action. Still, the police believed they had enough evidence to stop him. They had a long list of potential victims, each one telling a similar story.
By 2006, the Palm Beach police felt confident they could present a solid case. They passed their files to prosecutors, expecting Epstein to be charged with serious crimes. But this is where things got strange. Instead of eagerly going after a man who had preyed on minors, the prosecution seemed oddly hesitant. They dragged their feet, refused to interview some victims, and appeared strangely friendly towards Epstein’s high-powered defense team. Detectives like Recarey were baffled. They had done their job, collected evidence, and identified victims. They believed justice was on their side. Yet, higher-ups in the legal system appeared to be working against them, questioning victims’ credibility and cutting secret deals behind closed doors. It was the first sign that the normal rules of justice might not apply to a man as wealthy and connected as Jeffrey Epstein.
Chapter 4: A legal puzzle: How ambitious prosecutors and secret deals shaped strange justice.
As the case moved forward, something unsettling was happening in the offices of state prosecutors. Instead of pushing for harsh charges, prosecutors began negotiating with Epstein’s lawyers, looking for a deal that would be easy on him. The victims, who should have had a say in the outcome, were largely kept in the dark. Legally, victims are supposed to be informed about deals and allowed to speak in court. But here, there seemed to be a secret understanding that victim participation would only make things complicated. Prosecutors claimed that some victims were unreliable because of drug use or difficult pasts. They hinted that a courtroom battle might be too messy, too time-consuming, or too uncertain.
Assistant Prosecutor Anne-Marie Villafaña had once hoped to bring a strong case against Epstein, but she faced constant barriers. There were well-funded lawyers pushing for a private deal, and her own bosses seemed more interested in closing the file quietly than fighting hard. It was as if everyone with decision-making power wanted to brush this horror under the rug. Detectives and police felt betrayed, seeing their hard work slowly undone by those who were supposed to enforce the law. Epstein, meanwhile, must have watched this unfold with confidence. He had no reason to fear a real trial, and the more time passed, the weaker the prosecution’s stance seemed to become.
By 2007, the US Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, Alexander Acosta, entered the picture. Acosta met privately with one of Epstein’s top lawyers, Jay Lefkowitz, and reached an agreement that had shocking conditions. Not only would Epstein receive extremely light punishment, but the victims would not be informed of the deal in time to object. This violated the Crime Victims’ Rights Act, a law designed to ensure that victims have a voice in cases of criminal wrongdoing. But it seemed that the power and wealth behind Epstein were enough to make rules bend. Even worse, the charges were reduced to something as mild as soliciting prostitution from a minor, a wording that made the crime sound far less terrible than it really was.
When the plea deal was finally done, Epstein got 18 months in a county jail, far from the harsh reality of a real prison. He would have to register as a sex offender, but that seemed like a tiny price to pay compared to the severity of his crimes. This outcome shocked the Palm Beach police and anyone who believed in fairness. To them, it was as if justice had been swapped for convenience. The victims, the very ones who needed protection and respect, had been pushed aside and ignored. Instead of facing open courtrooms and public trials, Epstein slipped through a legal loophole that kept his darkest deeds hidden from the spotlight. For a long time, it seemed he had outsmarted the system, using money and connections like a master key to escape real punishment.
Chapter 5: Lies and loopholes: Inside the plea bargain that twisted law into a shield.
The aftermath of Epstein’s plea deal was difficult for those who knew the truth. The victims felt their rights had been trampled. Detectives like Recarey and Reiter felt betrayed by the very system they served. It wasn’t just that Epstein got a light sentence; it was how the deal had been made. Arranged in secret meetings, it kept victims silent and the public in the dark. Prosecutors and defense lawyers had worked together behind closed doors, crafting a narrative that made Epstein’s crimes seem smaller and more ordinary than they truly were.
Journalists who tried to report on the case back then found closed doors, sealed documents, and silent voices. Epstein’s legal team had warned victims to keep quiet. Those who dared to speak risked being dragged through humiliating cross-examinations or portrayed as money-hungry liars. Many decided it was safer to remain anonymous. Their legal identities became Jane Doe numbers in stacks of lawsuits, unheard and unrecognized. Meanwhile, Epstein carried on, insisting he had done nothing seriously wrong, that it was all a misunderstanding, and that he was really just a generous man who liked to help underprivileged girls.
What made this plea deal even stranger was that even after signing it, Epstein managed to twist the details in his favor. The supposed prison time he faced did not look like actual punishment. He ended up with privileges most inmates could never dream of, raising questions about who was truly in control. The message seemed to be that if you have enough money and power, you can shape reality to your liking. Rules become suggestions, and the watchful eyes of justice turn away.
This distorted outcome didn’t escape the notice of those who care about justice. Lawyers, human rights advocates, and journalists were shocked, though many feared challenging such a powerful network. However, the seeds of doubt had been planted. In the coming years, as more victims filed civil cases, and as people like Julie K. Brown began to connect the dots, it would become clear that this plea deal was the opposite of justice. It was a shield that protected a predator and allowed him to return to a life of luxury, while his victims tried to heal scars that would never fully fade. It showed that even the law can be twisted by the rich and influential, leaving everyone else wondering if fairness was just a word on paper.
Chapter 6: A prison without bars: Privileges, payoffs and a sham behind closed doors.
Although Epstein had technically been sentenced to 18 months, his time behind bars was more like a polite arrangement than real incarceration. He stayed in the Palm Beach County Jail, not a serious prison. His cell door was reportedly left unlocked. At first, he simply spent his days in the attorney’s room, watching television and relaxing. But soon he negotiated something even better: a work release program. This let him leave jail for up to 12 hours a day, six days a week, under the supervision of deputies he paid. For the price of $128,000, plus overtime fees, Epstein ensured that his so-called imprisonment felt more like a temporary inconvenience.
With these privileges, Epstein could continue his old habits. He visited his offices, had access to a phone, computer, and who knows what else. According to later testimony, he may have even brought young women into his office while deputies stood outside, doing nothing. Any evidence of these visits was carefully erased. Logbooks vanished, documents were heavily blacked out, and direct questions hit dead ends. When Julie K. Brown tried to investigate this period of Epstein’s life, she found an eerie silence. Those who knew something either pretended ignorance or hid behind missing paperwork.
Epstein finished his relaxed sentence in just 13 months, gaining early release for good behavior, as if he had done something praiseworthy. After stepping out, he tried to polish his image. He created charities and foundations, pledged to fund schools in distant countries, and claimed to support groundbreaking research. He invited esteemed scientists to conferences and flew famous people around the world in his private jets. He wanted everyone to forget the ugly truth behind his crimes and see him as a forward-thinking millionaire who cared about humanity’s future. However, there was little proof that his promises ever turned into real help.
It was a classic strategy: throw money at institutions that do respected work, and maybe people will stop asking tough questions. He had done it before, and he would do it again. Some tried to distance themselves after the 2008 conviction, but Epstein wouldn’t give up easily. He knew how to give the impression that he was important, needed, and generous. In the end, he maintained friendships with influential people, hosted lavish parties, and reminded everyone that he was still a man with connections and cash. But beneath the surface, more cracks were beginning to form. Eventually, someone would come along and shine a bright light into these dark corners, showing that the justice system’s surrender to Epstein had never really closed the chapter on his crimes.
Chapter 7: A cunning masquerade: Philanthropy, high-profile friends, and desperate image repair.
After his release, Epstein didn’t hide like a guilty man would. Instead, he marched forward, determined to convince the world that he was more than the crimes he had pleaded guilty to. He lent his private island and mansions for gatherings of bright minds, hoping their presence would rub off on him and wash away the stain on his name. He talked about science, art, culture, and education, as if these lofty subjects could outshine the dark reality of what he had done to young girls. He posed with famous scientists, praised their research, and hinted that his money could help them reach new discoveries.
He also tried to charm the media by sponsoring events, contributing to think tanks, and funding projects that sounded noble. He claimed interest in improving learning methods for children, exploring how music affects the development of infants, and contributing to the fight against diseases. To an outsider who knew nothing of his past, Epstein might have looked like a generous, forward-thinking philanthropist who was simply misunderstood. But to those who knew the truth, it was all a performance—an expensive stage play where he was the director, and everyone else was part of the set dressing.
Behind this fancy curtain, the original scars remained. Victims still lived with the memories. Epstein’s lawyers and associates continued to guard his secrets, and his wealth still served as a shield. Although he claimed to have reformed, there were quiet murmurs that he hadn’t changed at all. Some women came forward quietly, others filed lawsuits, but their voices were often drowned out by the roar of Epstein’s resources and connections. Each time someone tried to expose him again, he fought back with threats of defamation lawsuits, countersuits, or whispered warnings.
However, times were changing. The internet and social media were making it harder for powerful people to control the narrative. Journalists like Julie K. Brown were learning how to navigate these complex webs of secrecy. She knew how to find victims who trusted her and how to uncover evidence that had been hidden for years. Epstein’s show might continue, but the foundation beneath it was weakening. The world was becoming more aware of how money could protect criminals, and more people were ready to challenge that unfair advantage. The scene was set for a reckoning, and soon enough, it would arrive.
Chapter 8: An unstoppable truth: How a determined journalist’s work sparked a tidal wave.
In 2018, Julie K. Brown published Perversion of Justice, an investigative piece that put names, faces, and heart-wrenching testimonies to the story of Epstein’s victims. She didn’t just rely on cold documents; she sought out the women who had been abused, listened to their painful memories, and convinced them to share their stories on camera. Accompanying her article was a documentary video that allowed people to hear directly from these survivors. It was something no one had done before: giving these women a platform that Epstein’s plea deal had denied them a decade earlier.
When the story went online on November 28, 2018, it spread like wildfire. By the next day, it had ricocheted through social media, news outlets, and radio shows. People were outraged. They wondered how this could have happened in modern America. How could a rich man escape serious charges after harming so many girls? As the public’s anger grew, the old secret agreements and shady negotiations came under new scrutiny. Brown had reignited a case that many thought was closed. Her work landed right at the height of the Me Too movement, a time when voices of abuse survivors were finally being heard and believed.
The spotlight now turned back to the FBI and prosecutors. Had they failed to do their jobs? Had they allowed Epstein to bully and bribe his way out of punishment? As more women stepped forward with their stories, it became impossible to brush them aside. Attorneys who once worked for Epstein became nervous. There were rumors of hush money and suspicious money transfers to keep accomplices silent. No matter what strings Epstein’s team tried to pull, the truth kept surfacing.
Just as Brown had hoped, her reporting changed the conversation. It was no longer just a quiet case in some dusty courthouse archive. It was a national scandal, shining a glaring light on corruption and cowardice. The US Attorney’s Office in the Southern District of New York reopened an investigation. The FBI picked up the trail again, determined this time not to let Epstein slip away. More importantly, the victims finally saw that people were listening. Their voices were not just echoes in an empty room anymore. The world knew their names, and the world cared.
Chapter 9: The reckoning: Me Too momentum, new voices emerge, and the FBI returns.
In this new climate of accountability, voices that had been stifled found strength. The Me Too movement had empowered survivors everywhere to speak their truth. In Epstein’s case, women who had been teenagers at the time of their abuse finally realized that the world was ready to hear them. Women like Virginia Giuffre (née Roberts) publicly described how she was recruited by Epstein and Maxwell at just 17 and forced into sexual acts with powerful men, including high-profile individuals like Prince Andrew. These claims were explosive, adding another layer of intense public interest and embarrassment for those who once kept Epstein close.
The FBI didn’t just rely on old evidence; they looked for new proof and fresh testimonies. As they dug deeper, they discovered unusual financial transactions from Epstein to some of his old employees and associates. These payments looked suspiciously like bribes aimed at buying silence when the heat was on. Investigators believed they could now build a stronger case, one that wouldn’t crumble under legal tricks. They knew they needed to move quickly and quietly, lest Epstein disappear again behind a wall of lawyers and confidentiality agreements.
The public saw how powerful this moment was. The fact that Epstein’s pleas for leniency had worked once didn’t mean they would work again. The Me Too movement had turned the public mood against those who hid behind fame and wealth. The power balance was shifting. Social media outrage, public demonstrations, and non-stop media coverage meant that even the richest predators could not remain safe in the shadows. People demanded accountability, and the system could no longer pretend that this was just a messy, complicated case best left alone.
Finally, on July 6, 2019, the FBI arrested Epstein at the airport as his private jet returned from Europe. This time, he faced charges of sex trafficking minors and conspiracy. He was placed in a New York jail cell, not a cushy county facility with easy privileges. The authorities vowed that he would not escape justice again. At last, it felt as though the wheels of proper justice were turning. Epstein’s confidence in his old tricks and alliances would soon be tested in a way he never expected. The victims waited, hoping this time things would be different, and that their voices would finally bring a predator to account.
Chapter 10: A fragile moment: The second arrest, bizarre cell occurrences, and ultimate silence.
With Epstein behind bars in New York, many expected a dramatic trial that would lay bare every rotten detail of his network. But first came the bail hearing. Epstein asked to be released on bail, offering huge amounts of money and suggesting guards or electronic monitors to ensure he wouldn’t flee. The judge wasn’t convinced. Victims testified, saying they’d been abused at a young age and deserved to see Epstein face the justice he had once avoided. The judge denied bail. It seemed like a triumph for the rule of law, and a relief for the victims who feared he might slip away again.
Just days later, strange events began in Epstein’s jail cell. On July 23, 2019, he was found injured and semi-conscious with marks on his neck. His cellmate, a former cop accused of multiple murders, insisted he knew nothing. Video footage that could have explained what happened mysteriously went missing. Epstein was placed on suicide watch for a short time, but for reasons never fully explained, it ended just a few days later. Then on August 9, another puzzling move occurred—Epstein’s new cellmate was suddenly transferred out, leaving Epstein alone. That night, the guards who were supposed to check on him reportedly fell asleep.
On the morning of August 10, 2019, Jeffrey Epstein was found dead in his cell. A piece of cloth tied around his neck, the scene looked like a suicide. The official report said he took his own life. But others, including an independent pathologist hired by Epstein’s brother, disputed this conclusion. Some injuries were more consistent with strangulation than hanging. Conspiracy theories exploded on the internet. People wondered if Epstein’s death had been staged, if he’d been silenced by powerful friends who feared what he might reveal. His lawyers didn’t accept the suicide ruling, arguing that too many suspicious details made no sense.
With Epstein gone, the trial everyone wanted would never happen. The victims would never see him answer questions in court. They would never hear him name names of influential people who shared or supported his crimes. Instead, people were left to guess. His death left a gaping hole where answers should have been. Still, it did not end the search for truth. Investigators turned their attention to Ghislaine Maxwell and others who might have helped Epstein. They followed money trails, interviewed victims again, and tried to piece together what really happened over all those years. The public, outraged and suspicious, demanded that the authorities do better this time and expose the full network of abuse and enablers hidden behind Epstein’s mysterious life.
Chapter 11: Haunted echoes: Trials, unanswered questions, and a future seeking uneasy closure.
Without Epstein’s testimony, investigators had to rely on other evidence. Ghislaine Maxwell, accused of recruiting and grooming young girls for Epstein, became a central figure. Her arrest in 2020 grabbed headlines around the world. Victims waited anxiously for her trial, hoping it would shed light on how the trafficking network really worked and who else was involved. They wanted to hear how he was able to slip through the fingers of justice in 2008 and continue his abuse behind a mask of wealth and generosity. Maxwell’s courtroom battles became a symbol of the unfinished work of holding everyone accountable.
A compensation fund was established for Epstein’s victims, eventually paying out millions of dollars. Over 175 survivors came forward, sharing their stories and receiving financial settlements. But while money can ease some burdens, it cannot erase trauma or replace the justice that should have come from a fair trial. The victims still struggle with memories of fear, shame, and violation. Many had to rebuild their lives from almost nothing, carrying scars invisible to the outside world but painfully real in their minds. The fund, while helpful, felt more like a bandage than a cure.
Journalists, including Julie K. Brown, continue to dig. Documentaries, books, and investigations keep the spotlight on the loose ends. Who else was involved? Were there powerful individuals who shared Epstein’s twisted appetites or relied on his secrets? Some names have been mentioned in lawsuits, but proving wrongdoing in court is another matter. Many documents remain sealed, and some witnesses refuse to talk. There’s a sense that the entire truth may never be fully revealed. Still, persistence matters. The more questions asked, the harder it is for anyone to hide in the shadows.
The Epstein case stands as a stark reminder that wealth and power can corrupt the very systems designed to protect the innocent. It’s a story of failure, where prosecutors traded away justice, where victims were ignored, and where a criminal walked free for years. It’s also a story of courage, where victims finally spoke, and a determined reporter refused to give up, forcing a public reckoning. As the world keeps turning, people remain determined not to forget. If anything, they hope the Epstein saga teaches us all to pay attention, ask hard questions, and never assume the rich are above the law. It’s a lingering lesson that in the end, truth matters, and those who suffer deserve to be heard.
All about the Book
Explore the harrowing truths in ‘Perversion of Justice’ by Julie K. Brown, revealing systemic failures in the justice system that shield powerful predators and betray victims. A compelling narrative that seeks accountability and justice for all.
Julie K. Brown is an acclaimed investigative journalist whose groundbreaking work shines a light on injustice, corruption, and the urgent need for reform in the legal system, earning her recognition and respect in the field.
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