Description
This gripping historical novel plunges readers into the heart of a remote 19th-century Highland community rocked by a brutal triple murder. Presented as a collection of historical documents, the narrative unfolds through witness statements and the confession of young crofter Roderick Macrae, who stands accused of the heinous crime. As the story delves into the complex social dynamics, long-simmering resentments, and the stark realities of life in a secluded crofting village, it raises profound questions about justice, truth, and the nature of guilt. Graeme Macrae Burnet masterfully blurs the lines between fact and fiction, crafting a compelling and unsettling exploration of a crime that shocked its time.
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paperback
Skyhorse
Published Jan 1, 2016
290 pages
ISBN: 9781510719217
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Details
First Published
2015
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for His Bloody Project by Graeme Macrae Burnet.