Graeme Macrae Burnet

Graeme Macrae Burnet is a Scottish author known for his crime novels. He gained significant recognition for his novel 'His Bloody Project,' which was shortlisted for the 2016 Man Booker Prize. His works often explore themes of identity and the nature of truth.

This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.

  1. 1. A Case Of Matricide

    Malcolm Macarthur and the Murder of Bridget Macarthur

    In the quiet town of Saint-Louis, Inspector Georges Gorski is drawn into a perplexing case involving a local woman who fears her son, Robert, a novelist, is plotting her demise. The situation is complicated by the mysterious death of their dog and Robert's indifferent attitude towards his mother's claims. As Gorski delves deeper, visiting the family more frequently, he finds himself entangled in a web of suspicion and uncertainty. The boundaries between reality and fiction blur, challenging Gorski's perception of truth and pushing him to question the motives and relationships within the family. This psychological exploration examines the complex dynamics of guilt and the intricate dance between suspect and investigator.

    The 17010th Greatest Book of All Time
    Purchase from Bookshop.org or Amazon
  2. 2. La Desaparición De Adèle Bedeau

    Una novela de misterio

    The book is a psychological thriller set in a small French town, where the disappearance of a young waitress named Adèle Bedeau disrupts the mundane life of Manfred Baumann, a reclusive and socially awkward banker. As the investigation unfolds, Manfred becomes increasingly entangled in the mystery, revealing his own secrets and insecurities. The narrative delves into themes of isolation, obsession, and the facades people maintain, creating a tense atmosphere as the truth about Adèle's disappearance slowly comes to light.

  3. 3. His Bloody Project

    Documents Relating to the Case of Roderick Macrae

    Set in a remote Scottish village in the 19th century, this gripping narrative unfolds through a series of documents, including witness statements, medical reports, and the accused's own memoir. The story revolves around a brutal triple murder committed by a young crofter, whose motivations and mental state are dissected through the eyes of the community and legal authorities. As the layers of the case are peeled back, the reader is left to ponder the nature of truth and justice in a society rife with class tensions and personal vendettas.

    Purchase from Bookshop.org
  4. 4. Case Study

    The Confessions of a Justified Sinner

    Set in 1960s London, the story unfolds through the eyes of a young woman who assumes a false identity to investigate the mysterious death of her sister, who was a patient of a controversial psychotherapist. As she delves deeper into the therapist's world, she uncovers unsettling truths about her sister's life and the enigmatic figure who may hold the key to understanding her demise. The narrative weaves between the protagonist's diary entries and the therapist's own writings, creating a gripping exploration of identity, perception, and the blurred lines between reality and illusion.

    Purchase from Bookshop.org