The Triumphs of Eugène Valmont

"The Triumphs of Eugène Valmont" by Robert Barr is a set of mysteries about a former top detective from France named Eugène Valmont, now working privately in London. The stories focus on Valmont's smart detective skills as he figures out different crimes. The book starts by showing Valmont thinking about his past as a detective in France and how happy he is in London. He soon gets involved in finding a famous diamond necklace that people say brings bad luck to whoever owns it. With rich buyers and possible thieves at the auction for the necklace, Valmont gets ready to deal with danger, theft, and lies, showing how he must protect valuable things while facing criminal threats. The beginning creates an interesting mood for a story full of secrets, smart plots, and a charming main character.