The Lone Wolf
The Lone Wolf
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Paris, France • 1910s
2014
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Lone Wolf by Louis Joseph Vance follows a person named Michael Lanyard, who leads a dual life as a gentleman and skilled thief known as "The Lone Wolf." Navigating early 20th-century Europe, Lanyard grapples with his dual identity while encountering danger and intrigue, shaping his journey through crime and redemption.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Adventurous
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
175 ratings
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Review Roundup
Louis Joseph Vance's The Lone Wolf delights with its intriguing tale of a gentleman thief, praised for its clever plotting and brisk pacing. However, some critiques point to underdeveloped characters and predictable twists. Fans of early 20th-century crime fiction may overlook these flaws in favor of the novel’s charm and atmosphere.
Who Should Read The Lone Wolf?
A reader who enjoys The Lone Wolf by Louis Joseph Vance would appreciate early 20th-century adventure and crime fiction. Fans of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle or The Saint series by Leslie Charteris will likely enjoy the blend of mystery, intrigue, and complex antiheroes.
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Paris, France • 1910s
2014
Adult
18+ years
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