
"A Tale Etched In Blood And Hard Black Pencil" by Christopher Brookmyre is a crime novel that intricately weaves together two timelines - one set in the past during the characters' primary school years and the other in the present day involving a murder investigation. The story follows the lives of a group of characters from their childhood to adulthood, exploring the impact of their past on the present crime. The author skillfully delves into the complexities of friendships, the cruelty of childhood, and the connections between the characters, all set in a small Scottish village.
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Content warnings include strong language, violence, and themes of bullying, which may not be suitable for all readers.
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We could tell you about the bodies. We could tell you their names, where they were found, the state they were in. We could tell you about the suspects too, the evidence, the investigators; join a few dots, even throw you a motive.
But what would be the point? After all, you know these people. You went to school with them. We all did. So if you really knew them then, you'll already have all the answers...
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