'Mystery of Orcival' Summary

In the enigmatic village of Orcival, a shocking murder disrupts its serene facade. The victim, Countess de Tremorel, is found lifeless on the castle grounds, her husband, the Count, mysteriously vanished. Monsieur Lecoq, a renowned detective from the Prefecture of Police, is dispatched to unravel the truth behind this perplexing crime. Despite an apparent suspect being apprehended, Lecoq senses a carefully crafted deception. With his astute mind and exceptional attention to detail, he deconstructs the misleading clues, gradually uncovering a convoluted plot that conceals the true killer and their motives. As Lecoq delves deeper into the investigation, aided by the village doctor and justice of the peace, he uncovers a web of secrets and hidden connections that have long simmered beneath the surface of Orcival. Through meticulous analysis and insightful deductions, Lecoq unveils the intricate connections between the characters, exposing the shocking truth and bringing the perpetrator to light.