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Delve into the captivating world of Emile Gaboriaus Le Coq with The Mystery of Orcival. This tale of murder and deception unravels as the Countess de Tremorels lifeless body is found on her castle grounds, and her husband mysteriously vanishes. Enter M. Lecoq of La Surete, dispatched by the Prefecture of Police to untangle the intricate web of lies and deceit. A suspect quickly emerges, but Lecoq soon realizes the evidence was crafted to lead him astray. His sharp intellect and uncanny ability to notice the smallest of details leave those assisting him – the old justice of the peace, the...

Embark on a thrill ride as we delve into the mystery surrounding the theft of 350,000 francs from the seemingly impenetrable safe of the Fauvel bank. The story centers around Andre Fauvel, the banks owner, and his loyal head cashier - both key holders of the safe and prime suspects of the robbery. Despite their staunch denials, the evidence points their way. Enter Monsieur Le Coq, a renowned detective famed for his disguises and superior investigative skills. Convinced of the innocence of the accused, Prosper Bertomy, Le Coq embarks on a quest to expose the true culprits. He enlists the help ...

When the affluent Count de Chalusse suddenly dies from apoplexy, without a will, his adopted daughter Marguerite finds herself without a penny to her name. In a shocking twist, two million francs that were in the Counts possession have mysteriously vanished. Amid this chaos, Marguerite is pursued by the financially desperate Marquis de Valorsay, who believes she holds a hidden fortune. To win Marguerite, he must eliminate her lover, the young advocate Pascal. Concurrently, a determined heir seeker and his clever investigator stumble upon another potential heir, leading them to a notorious ...