A review by dreynoldsbook
A Case of Matricide by Graeme Macrae Burnet

mysterious reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Burnet is a devious writer. He makes you think the novel is about one thing when it’s actually about something else. It’s cleverly done and very effective.

I didn’t think it was quite as good as his last novel, Case Study, but it’s still a great read.