Title : Rouletabille at the Tsar's - Gaston Leroux - book
Summary :
Rouletabille chez le Tsar is a captivating novel written by Gaston Leroux, the renowned author of the famous character Rouletabille. Immerse yourself in a thrilling adventure that transports you to the imperial Russia of Tsar Nicholas II. The story begins when Rouletabille, an intrepid young journalist and brilliant detective, is sent on a secret mission to Saint Petersburg. Accompanied by his faithful friend Sainclair, he finds himself plunged into the heart of a political conspiracy that threatens the stability of the country. Between plots, betrayals, and mysteries, Rouletabille will have to use all his intelligence and deductive skills to unravel the threads of this complex intrigue. As the pages turn, the reader is drawn into a whirlwind of breathtaking events, where each twist reveals new clues. Leroux offers us a fascinating immersion into early 20th-century Russia, with its sumptuous palaces, bustling streets, and colorful characters. The author skillfully portrays the atmosphere of the time, skillfully blending historical reality and fiction. Rouletabille chez le Tsar is a captivating novel that will delight lovers of mystery and adventure. With its charismatic hero and thrilling plot, this book is a real page-turner that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last line. Dive into the captivating world of Gaston Leroux and let yourself be swept away by this incredible epic in the heart of Imperial Russia. Excerpt: ""- Barinia, the young stranger has arrived. - Where have you put him? - Oh! He stayed in the dressing room. - I told you to take him to Natasha's little drawing room: didn't you understand me, Ermolai? - Excuse me, Barinia, but the young stranger, when I tried to search him, gave me a solid kick in the stomach.