Arsene Lupin Omnibus (Tales of Mystery & the Supernatural) Mass Market Paperback – July 10, 2012

After watching the series on Netflix I gain interest in the story of Arsene Lupin. This book contains four stories where Arsene Lupin the gentleman burglar meets his equal in skills: Holmlock Shears and Wilson doctor (yes, the names were changed by the author) The stories are funny and clever, the main character is a charming trickster, overall, it is a great read.

This classic collection of late-Victorian stories presents a foil for Sherlock Holmes. Lupin, however, is always willing to help the ladies and never willing to forfeit the prize. He turns every situation to his advantage, and has fun taunting the police while doing so. The stories start out strong, but eventually turn into a wishy-washy mess of winning a girl's heart. Low on mystery, high on melodrama.

This book is advertised as English and French, but it's English only. I had to return it. Obviously the writer is famous and the stories are good, but if you want to read them in French, do not buy this version!

This is listed as an English and French edition of this book. I'm a French teacher and needed both languages for my class. However, this book is only English, and therefore falsely advertised and NOT what I need or ordered.Be wary when ordering this booking if you're expecting a dual-language edition.

I was hoping for something on par with Conan Doyle, got something mildly amusing and in some cases mean spirited.