The Mystery of Orcival
Penguin 1st Edition, published 1945.
Madame d'Orbigny, a wealthy widow, is discovered dead in her home, and her son Gaston is the main suspect. Lecoq, though, is certain of Gaston's innocence and begins his investigation. The characters come to life thanks to Gaboriau's deft narrative and thorough attention to detail, which also keeps readers fascinated in the mystery as it develops. Fans of traditional detective fiction will find "The Mystery of Orcival" to be an intriguing read as it examines themes of deceit, treachery, and the pursuit of justice.
Condition grading: Fair. Wear and foxing to right side of front cover. Some light creasing to rear cover. Some wear to ends of grubby spine. Pen name to inside front cover. Binding tight. The photographs form part of the description.
Penguin 1st Edition, published 1945.
Madame d'Orbigny, a wealthy widow, is discovered dead in her home, and her son Gaston is the main suspect. Lecoq, though, is certain of Gaston's innocence and begins his investigation. The characters come to life thanks to Gaboriau's deft narrative and thorough attention to detail, which also keeps readers fascinated in the mystery as it develops. Fans of traditional detective fiction will find "The Mystery of Orcival" to be an intriguing read as it examines themes of deceit, treachery, and the pursuit of justice.
Condition grading: Fair. Wear and foxing to right side of front cover. Some light creasing to rear cover. Some wear to ends of grubby spine. Pen name to inside front cover. Binding tight. The photographs form part of the description.
Penguin 1st Edition, published 1945.
Madame d'Orbigny, a wealthy widow, is discovered dead in her home, and her son Gaston is the main suspect. Lecoq, though, is certain of Gaston's innocence and begins his investigation. The characters come to life thanks to Gaboriau's deft narrative and thorough attention to detail, which also keeps readers fascinated in the mystery as it develops. Fans of traditional detective fiction will find "The Mystery of Orcival" to be an intriguing read as it examines themes of deceit, treachery, and the pursuit of justice.
Condition grading: Fair. Wear and foxing to right side of front cover. Some light creasing to rear cover. Some wear to ends of grubby spine. Pen name to inside front cover. Binding tight. The photographs form part of the description.