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Dive into the thrilling journey of Dorothy as she attempts to unravel the mystery of In Robore Fortuna, all while navigating the challenges of raising orphan boys. Prepare yourself for a ride filled with hidden riches, unexpected betrayals, and chilling confrontations with death. - Synopsis by Campbell Schelp.

The year is 1898; a young boy witnesses his fathers brutal murder at the hands of a woman shrouded in black lace and adorned with an ornate brooch. Decades later, the boy, now a man, is confronted with the haunting visage of his fathers killer in a portrait at his wifes inherited chateau. The portrait is of his wifes deceased mother, wearing the eerily familiar black lace and brooch. As he grapples with his love for his wife and the chilling revelation, he finds himself under attack from a figure bearing a striking resemblance to the woman from his past. Consumed by self-doubt and questions, ...

Maurice Leblanc delivers another Arsene Lupin adventure set in World War I. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)

Join the thrilling adventures of Arsine Lupin, the gentleman thief, as he finds himself entangled in a web of disguise, romance, and hidden treasures. This time, Lupin isnt just matching wits with the legendary Holmlock Shears, but also with the astute Isidore Beautrelet, a sixth-form schoolboy. Beautrelet is always hot on Lupins trail, threatening to uncover his secrets at any turn. Is Lupin truly outmatched this time? Will Beautrelet unravel the mystery of the Hollow Needle? And amidst this perilous game of cat and mouse, has Lupin found a match of a different kind that could steer him away ...

During a burglary at the home of Deputy Daubrecq a crime is committed, and two accomplices of Arsène Lupin are arrested by the police. One is guilty of the crime, the other innocent, but both will be sentenced to death. Lupin seeks to deliver the victim of a miscarriage of justice, but struggles against Deputy Daubrecq's ruthless blackmailer, who has an incriminating document hidden in a crystal stopper. (Summary by Wikipedia)

Arsène Lupin returns in a wonderful story of disguises, love, and of course treasure. Once again, Lupin crosses paths with the famous Holmlock Shears. But this time Arsène matches wits with Isidore Beautrelet, Sixth-form Schoolboy. Every step that Lupin takes has Beautrelet right on his heels. Has Lupin finally met his match? Will Beautrelet discover the secret of the Hollow Needle? And has the gentleman burglar met another match as well, one who will lead him away from his life of crime forever?View our full collection of podcasts at our website: https://www.solgoodmedia.com or YouTube ...

Unravel the mysteries with Arsène Lupin, a former high-profile thief, who has turned a new leaf to become a crime solver. Now operating under the alias of Prince Rénine, he invites the captivating Hortense Daniel to assist him decipher a string of baffling cases. Eight Strokes of the Clock is a captivating collection of stories that follow their thrilling adventures. (Summary by Cate Barratt)

In the wake of a daring heist at Deputy Daubrecqs residence, a grave crime unfolds leading to the apprehension of two accomplices of the legendary thief, Arsène Lupin. While one is the true culprit, both face impending execution. As Lupin races against time to rectify this grave injustice, he finds himself embroiled in a deadly game with Deputy Daubrecqs merciless blackmailer, who possesses a lethal tool of manipulation - a document hidden within a crystal stopper. (Summary by Wikipedia)

Dive into the captivating world of Arsene Lupin, the renowned gentleman thief, as he narrates nine of his most intriguing and daring adventures. This collection, masterfully narrated by Cathy Barratt, takes you into the heart and mind of a legend.

When master thief Arsène Lupin is wrongly accused of a shocking murder, he must use his wit and cunning to uncover the truth and catch the real culprit. A suspenseful classic from Maurice Leblanc. Discover hundreds of ad-free audiobooks, soothing sounds for sleep and meditation, and more—unwind and learn at www.adfreebooks.com!

The Blonde Lady pits master thief Arsène Lupin against the brilliant detective Herlock Sholmes in a battle of wits. As the gentleman-burglar executes a series of daring heists, Sholmes is determined to bring him to justice. A thrilling duel between two legendary minds.

Arsène Lupin versus Herlock Sholmes is a thrilling battle of wits between master thief Arsène Lupin and the legendary detective Herlock Sholmes. This classic mystery follows daring heists, clever disguises, and a game of cat and mouse between two brilliant minds.

'In Robore Fortuna'. What could these three words mean? Join Dorothy as she works to figure this out while simultaneously parenting orphaned boys. But beware, she may encounter hidden treasures, betrayal, and death along the way. - Summary by Campbell Schelp.

In 1898, a young boy watches in horror as his father is stabbed to death by a mysterious woman wearing a black lace scarf and an ornate brooch, Years later, when he arrives with his new bride at the chateau that was part of her dowry, he sees in a portrait the face of his father's murderer, wearing the same black lace and brooch -- his wife's late mother. Then he himself is attacked by a man resembling that same woman. Torn between love and repulsion for his bride, and plagued by self doubt, he answers the call to arms as world war begins. And in that war lies the answer to questions that have...

En 1915, un mutilé de guerre le capitaine Patrice Belval, aidé de ses camarades, tente de porter secours à une infirmière. Connue sous le sobriquet de Maman Coralie, celle-ci se trouve au cœur d'une machination infernale. Amoureux de la jeune femme, il découvre que la conjuration cherche à vider la France de ses réserves d'or. Voyant Belval en plein désarroi dans cette lutte inégale, son ancienne ordonnance lui conseille de demander l’aide d’Arsène Lupin, pourtant réputé mort. - Summary by Bidou

A collection of nine stories - or confessions - of the celebrated gentleman thief Arsene Lupin. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)

The Eight Strokes of the Clock is a collection of eight short stories by Maurice Leblanc. The stories have his most famous creation, Arsène Lupin, gentleman-thief, as main character. The eight stories, even though independent, have a leading thread: Lupin, under the name of Serge Rénine, trying to conquer the heart of a young lady, travels with her, solving eight mysteries on the way. (Summary by Leni)

Nouveau combat d'Arsène Lupin, en tant que Don Luis Perenna, « Les Dents du tigre » met en scène un ennemi sournois et manipulateur qui cherche à s'attribuer un fabuleux héritage américain, au prix de crimes en cascade sur le sol français.Amoureux tendre, qui risque tout pour sa bien-aimée, redresseur de torts juste et implacable mais aussi ironique, Arsène Lupin nous entraine dans ses aventures avec force et séduction.(Résumé par Bidou)

Recueil de neuf nouvelles d'Arsène Lupin (Les Jeux du soleil, L'anneau nuptial, Le signe de l'ombre, Le piège infernal, L'écharpe de soie rouge, La mort qui rôde, Edith au cou de Cygne, Le fétu de paille, Le mariage d'Arsène Lupin)- Summary by Fao10rk

A series of loosely related short stories of the early adventures of France's famous gentleman burglar, Arsène Lupin, as told by an admirer and trusted friend. (Cate Barrat)