"The Triumphs of Eugene Valmont" by Robert Barr is a delightful collection of detective stories featuring the witty and sophisticated French detective, Eugene Valmont. Each story is cleverly written, with plenty of twists and turns to keep the reader engaged until the very end. Valmont is a charming and resourceful protagonist, whose deductive skills are only matched by his sharp wit. Barr's writing is engaging and full of humor, making this book a joy to read. Overall, "The Triumphs of Eugene Valmont" is a must-read for fans of classic detective fiction.

Book Description:

Short stories by a colleague of Jerome K. Jerome, and friend of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Barr probably wrote the first parody of Sherlock Holmes (included in this collection). He co-edited “The Idler” with Jerome.

[written by Czechchris]