49 pages • 1 hour read
Graeme Macrae BurnetHis Bloody Project: A Historical Thriller
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Preface-Statements
The Account of Roderick Macrae, Pages 15-37
The Account of Roderick Macrae, Pages 37-59
The Account of Roderick Macrae, Pages 59-83
The Account of Roderick Macrae, Pages 83-96
The Account of Roderick Macrae, Pages 96-112
The Account of Roderick Macrae, Pages 112-126
The Account of Roderick Macrae, Pages 126-133 and Medical Reports
Extract from Travels in the Border-Lands of Lunacy by J. Bruce Thomson
The Trial, First and Second Day
The Trial, Third Day-Epilogue
Character Analysis
Themes
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His Bloody Project by Graeme Macrae Burnet is a historical crime novel about Roderick Macrae, a young Scottish farmer who commits a triple homicide in the mid-19th century. Presented through fictional historical documents and witness statements, the story explores contradictory perspectives on Roderick's character and motivations, as well as themes of free will, criminal behavior, and social inequality. This book contains graphic descriptions of violence and sexual assault.
Reviews & Readership
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His Bloody Project by Graeme Macrae Burnet is a gripping historical crime novel that combines suspense with a deep dive into the social fabric of 19th-century Scotland. Readers commend its intricate character development and atmospheric setting. Criticisms include a slow pace and dense prose, which some found challenging. Overall, it's lauded for its originality and captivating storytelling.
Who Should Read His Bloody Project?
A reader who enjoys His Bloody Project by Graeme Macrae Burnet would be captivated by true crime, historical fiction, and psychological thrillers. Fans of In Cold Blood by Truman Capote and Alias Grace by Margaret Atwood would find this book compelling for its intricate narrative and exploration of the human psyche.