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Join the charming and cunning Arsène Lupin as he embarks on thrilling escapades filled with intrigue, clever heists, and unexpected twists. This captivating collection showcases the master of disguise and deception in a series of adventures that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Join Arsène Lupin in another thrilling adventure penned by Maurice Leblanc, set against the backdrop of World War I. Experience the clever escapades and cunning plots that make this tale a captivating journey through mystery and intrigue. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)

813 by Maurice Leblanc. 813 is a 1910 novel by Maurice Leblanc featuring his gentleman thief, Arsène Lupin, who is framed for the murder of a wealthy man, Kesselbach, and must clear his name by solving the crime, which involves a complex plot with political intrigue, secret letters, and a mysterious clock numbered 813. The story is known for its intricate plot, dark themes, and high stakes, as Lupin navigates a dangerous web of espionage and murder to uncover the real culprits.

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

The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar, by Maurice Leblanc. This collection of independent stories first published between 1905 and 1907 in the magazine Je Sais Tout recounts the tales of Arsène Lupin, the famous gentleman-burglar: the first story marks the introduction of the character to the public, and its success encouraged author Maurice Leblanc to write several others, collected and published as a book in 1907. Arsène Lupin would go on to be the main character in several short stories and novels, written by Leblanc and others, and whose legacy would appear ...

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.

"813" by Maurice Leblanc is a novel that centers on the adventures of the famous gentleman thief, Arsène Lupin. It is a thrilling detective story, full of twists, political intrigue, and clever schemes, as Lupin navigates a complex plot involving murder, espionage, and identity deception.The story begins with the murder of a prominent German industrialist, Rudolf Kesselbach, who is found dead in his hotel room in Paris. The murder shocks the public due to Kesselbach’s stature and the brutality of the crime. The police, led by Chief Inspector Lenormand, are baffled by the mystery. As they ...

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, ...

Step into a world of high-stakes intrigue and cunning escapades, where the line between law and anarchy blurs in the pursuit of thrilling adventures. This podcast explores themes of adventure and mystery, capturing the essence of audacious exploits and clever heists. Each episode offers a fresh journey with a rotating collection of full-length audiobooks, featuring different books every week. Experience a diverse array of perspectives, from various eras and storytelling styles, ensuring that no two stories are alike. This series is perfect for listeners seeking excitement, insight, and a touch...

'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.

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

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)

As usual, gentleman thief Arsène Lupin finds himself wrongfully accused of murder, and must find the real killer to clear his coloured name. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)

As usual, gentleman thief Arsène Lupin finds himself wrongfully accused of murder, and must find the real killer to clear his coloured name. (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 ...

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...

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)

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.