The Perfume Of The Lady In Black
Restored Classics to Go EditionBy Gaston Leroux
Length11h 33m
About this audiobook
This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design. "The Perfume of the Lady in Black" by Gaston Leroux is a masterful detective novel that follows the astute young journalist Joseph Rouletabille as he embarks on a thrilling journey of mystery and intrigue. Known for his earlier success in "The Mystery of the Yellow Room," Rouletabille is drawn into a complex narrative that begins at the conclusion of a romance—Mathilde Stangerson's marriage to Robert Darzac. The novel explores themes of perception, danger, and human emotion, weaving a tapestry of suspense and psychological depth.
The story is set against the backdrop of Rouletabille's absence from Mathilde's wedding, creating a sense of sadness and confusion for the narrator, who reflects on the detective's enigmatic nature and the heroism of their shared past. Rouletabille's behavior is both distant and mysterious, hinting at deeper internal conflicts. As the characters embark on an Easter seaside vacation, orchestrated by Rouletabille's impulsive decision, the tension between his enthusiasm and the narrator's reluctance highlights their contrasting personalities and deepens the intrigue.
Amidst this adventure, Darzac faces pivotal decisions that challenge his convictions, adding a layer of moral conflict and character exploration to the narrative. Leroux artfully crafts a story filled with intricate plot twists and suspenseful moments, engaging readers with its blend of mystery and psychological intrigue.
Overall, "The Perfume of the Lady in Black" is a captivating detective fiction that not only tests the bonds of friendship but also invites readers to ponder the complexities of relationships in a world where danger and revelation are ever-present.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.7 (2.2K)
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GenreMystery and Thriller, Literary Classics
Length11 hrs 33 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 1, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I WHICH BEGINS WHERE MOST ROMANCES END
2CHAPTER II IN WHICH THERE IS QUESTION OF THE CHANGING HUMORS OF JOSEPH ROULETABILLE
3CHAPTER III THE PERFUME
4CHAPTER IV EN ROUTE
5CHAPTER V PANIC
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6CHAPTER VI THE FORT OF HERCULES
7CHAPTER VII WHICH TELLS OF SOME PRECAUTIONS TAKEN BY JOSEPH ROULETABILLE TO DEFEND THE FORT OF HERCULES AGAINST THE ATTACK OF AN ENEMY
8CHAPTER VIII WHICH CONTAINS SOME PAGES FROM THE HISTORY OF JEAN ROUSSEL-LARSAN BALLMEYER
9CHAPTER IX IN WHICH “OLD BOB” UNEXPECTEDLY ARRIVES
10CHAPTER X THE EVENTS OF THE ELEVENTH OF APRIL
11CHAPTER XI THE ATTACK OF THE SQUARE TOWER
12CHAPTER XII THE IMPOSSIBLE BODY
13CHAPTER XIII IN WHICH THE FEARS OF ROULETABILLE ASSUME ALARMING PROPORTIONS
14CHAPTER XIV THE SACK OF POTATOES
15CHAPTER XV THE SIGHS OF THE NIGHT
16CHAPTER XVI DISCOVERY OF “AUSTRALIA”
17CHAPTER XVII OLD BOB’S TERRIBLE ADVENTURE
18CHAPTER XVIII HOW DEATH STALKED ABROAD AT NOONDAY
19CHAPTER XIX IN WHICH ROULETABILLE ORDERS THE IRON DOORS TO BE CLOSED
20CHAPTER XX IN WHICH ROULETABILLE GIVES A CORPOREAL DEMONSTRATION OF THE POSSIBILITY OF “THE BODY TOO MANY”
21EPILOGUE
22The House Of Evil
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