Monsieur Lecoq Part 1: The Inquiry

Monsieur Lecoq Part 1: The Inquiry

by Émile Gaboriau

Monsieur Lecoq, a young and astute police agent, investigates a gruesome triple murder in a Parisian drinking establishment. Set amidst the turbulent aftermath of the French Revolution and the Reign of Terror, the novel explores themes of love, power, and the hidden truths that lie beneath the surface of society. As Lecoq uncovers clues and unravels the intricate web of secrets surrounding the crime, he must navigate a world of corruption and deception to bring the perpetrator to justice.

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Émile Gaboriau, a prominent French writer and novelist of the 19th century, made a significant impact on the literary world as a pioneer of detective fiction. Renowned for his thrilling and suspensefu...

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