The story revolves around a mysterious crime committed at the Orleans railway station. A wealthy merchant named Wolff is found dead on the platform with no signs of struggle or robbery. The investigation that follows reveals a complex web of relationships and deceit, involving Wolff's family, business associates, and a cast of suspicious characters. As the inquiry unfolds, it becomes clear that nothing is as it seems, and the truth behind Wolff's death is slowly unraveled through a series of surprising revelations.
By Emile Gaboriau · First published 1869 · Genre: Mystery, Drama, Literary Fiction · 33 chapters