3.5 stars
I'm a little unclear on what this book actually is. The novelization of a play? Not an actual Arsène Lupin story? But also kind of? Something free on Amazon?
It is highly entertaining, whatever it is. At least initially.
The story follows France's infamous thief, Arsène Lupin, as he outwits his nemesis on the police and conducts daring raids on a millionaire.
The story combines a Robin Hood hero with an Oceans 11 heist vibe. I would consider the story an instant favorite if it wasn't for the ending. It just doesn't know when to end. Lupin is pretty obvious from chapter 1 but it adds to the fun of the story. But the heist comes off and things keep going...and going...going. And he loses his magical aura and becomes a mere mortal full of mistakes. Less fun.
But still worth reading.