Unlike traditional thrillers, the book's central mystery is not who committed the crime—Roderick is found covered in blood and immediately confesses—but why . The narrative investigates whether his actions were a result of insanity, moral depravity, or a desperate reaction to a life of systemic abuse.

(originally titled His Bloody Project ) by Graeme Macrae Burnet is a gripping work of historical fiction that masquerades as a "true crime" dossier. Set in the remote Scottish Highlands in 1869, it explores the psychological and social layers behind a brutal triple murder committed by a 17-year-old crofter, Roderick Macrae. Core Premise

: Analyses by contemporary experts of the time, including theories on "criminal classes" and "moral insanity".

: The heart of the book is Roderick's own account, written while awaiting trial, characterized by surprisingly eloquent and affectless prose.

: A detailed account of the trial that forces the reader to act as a juror. Key Themes Un plan sangriento: El caso Roderick Macrae - Amazon.com