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His Bloody Project
- Narrated by: Crawford Logan, Cameron Mowat
- Length: 10 hrs
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Mystery
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Summary
A brutal triple murder in a remote Scottish farming community in 1869 leads to the arrest of 17-year-old Roderick Macrae. There is no question that Macrae committed this terrible act. What would lead such a shy and intelligent boy down this bloody path?
Presented as a collection of documents, His Bloody Project opens with a series of police statements taken from the villagers, which offer conflicting impressions, throwing Macrae's motive and his sanity into question.
Shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize 2016.
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- Alex
- 18-11-16
Much, Much Better than the Sample Suggests
What did you like most about His Bloody Project?
The different styles of prose. The novel comprises witness statements, two memoirs, a trial transcript and more - each flawlessly executed.
Who was your favorite character and why?
The main protagonist is Roddy - a triple murderer. While it may be hard to take his side, he is nevertheless a sensitive and sympathetic character.
What about Crawford Logan and Cameron Mowat ’s performance did you like?
DO NOT BE PUT OFF BY THE SAMPLE! This is merely the author's prologue. He is great at writing, but narration, not so much. The two narrators perfectly capture the tone of their respective parts and were a pleasure to listen to.
If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
Pass. This reads more like a documentary than a feature film - and is all the more compelling for it.
Any additional comments?
I wish Audible would feature the narration of all readers in a multi-reader production. Otherwise the sample can be very misleading.
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- Úna
- 10-03-17
Bleak chronicle
Would you listen to His Bloody Project again? Why?
I would, it is very rich.
Any additional comments?
This book reminds me of Hannah Kent's saga 'Burial Rites'. Its meticulous investigation into and reanimation of historical events was brilliant . The characters are worked with skill and the world around them is real and drew me in completely. I would highly recommend this book.
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- opinion
- 04-11-16
Loved this book, well read don't be put off by the first reader you hear, I nearly was
Enjoyed this book, I would describe it as a slow burner, that when the core deed is done, it seemed to thump me in the chest! Bam....so well written to make me feel like that.
Dont be put off by the author reading the preface, (very staccato) the core book is well read by Crawford John and Cameron Mowat. I was totally gripped. Loved and hated the ending! Loved the discussion of pros and cons, hated the continuing story in the court room, felt the book ended at the original outcome.
Loved the setting, the history, loved the situation
Would recommend. Loved it.
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- Mrs. Karen Proctor
- 16-01-17
Remarkable
Brilliantly written and narrated. I was totally absorbed into the lives it describes. I have read the book and found it's audible equivalent superb. My maternal grandmother came from a crofting community which she remembered as harsh but community spirited in a way our urban world has largely lost. I will read and listen to this novel many times I am sure.
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- hinckley anne
- 29-03-17
Dramatic tale of bygone days
Gripping story, delivered with drama and poignancy. It will make you feel every emotion possible
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- Fiona M. Bell
- 09-11-16
fantastic
hard to stop listening. I didn't want it to finish. I loved every word and I now really want to visit the area. the story was brought to life wonderfully.
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- Keith
- 13-03-17
Excellent
One of the best audible audiobooks I have listened to yet. A great story, well suited to listening. I enjoyed the first half, the story as told by the protagonist but loved the second half the trial notes and other material.
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- TomzMullen
- 06-12-16
Completely absorbing
Well written and masterfully narrated. A tragic story which provided an insight into highland life in the late nineteenth century.
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- N Hutchinson
- 05-03-17
Beautifully crafted and balanced.
Beguiling and evocative of place, time and a way of life. Utterly convincing and gripping.
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- David
- 07-03-17
Great
Loved it, just a great read. From start to finish. I have spent a lot of time in the Scottish Highlands and this tale gives you a real sense of its historical way of life. The story itself is gripping.
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- Heine
- 15-01-17
A story without purpose...
The story is just an account of events 150 years ago in the scottish highlands.
If the history of Scotland is of interest to you then you might enjoy the book. The book is well written and the narration is fine.