Arsène Lupin

"Arsène Lupin" by Maurice Leblanc is a story about the daring escapades of a charming thief named Arsène Lupin. Set around the wedding at the luxurious château of the Dukes of Charmerace, the story introduces Sonia, a young woman helping with wedding invitations for her friend Germaine, who is marrying the Duke. However, the festive atmosphere is disrupted by strange events, like a missing statue and a broken window, suggesting Lupin's impending arrival. As the characters prepare for the celebrations, their conversations expose a society overly concerned with wealth and status, all while the threat of Lupin's intrusion looms, promising to turn their world upside down when their values will be tested.