Monsieur Lecoq, v. 1

"Monsieur Lecoq, v. 1" by Emile Gaboriau, throws readers into the dark underbelly of 19th-century Paris, a space filled with mystery. Led by Inspector Gevrol are members of law enforcement, who are investigating a crime at the Poivriere, which is a drinking den, after a brutal fight leaves several men dead or injured, setting the stage for a winding murder mystery. The action kicks off when the police respond to a violent fight that has left three men dead and one wounded. Among them is a young detective named Lecoq, who notices key details that his boss misses, hinting at hidden connections between the people invovled. Lecoq’s sharp eye and strong will make him a detective who is ready to face crime and danger.