The Lerouge Case

Emile Gaboriau's 'The Lerouge Case' is a classic French detective novel that is considered one of the earliest examples of the detective genre. Published in 1866, it follows detective Lecoq as he investigates the brutal murder of a wealthy widow, diving into a complex web of intrigue and deception. Gaboriau's writing is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail, realistic characterizatio...