Messengers of Evil by Marcel Allain is a thrilling and gripping novel that keeps readers on the edge of their seat from beginning to end. The story follows a group of individuals who are recruited as messengers for a mysterious organization, tasked with delivering messages that prompt deadly consequences.

The characters are well-developed and complex, each with their own motives and secrets. As the plot unfolds, readers are taken on a wild ride filled with suspense, twists, and shocking revelations. Allain does a fantastic job of building tension and keeping readers guessing until the very last page.

One of the standout aspects of this novel is the vivid and atmospheric writing. Allain’s prose is engaging and immersive, painting a vivid picture of the dark and dangerous world the characters inhabit. The pacing is also spot-on, with the story moving at a brisk pace that never lets up.

Overall, Messengers of Evil is a must-read for fans of mystery and thriller novels. With its compelling characters, unpredictable plot twists, and evocative writing, this book is sure to leave a lasting impression on readers.

Book Description:
Fantômas was introduced a few years after Arsène Lupin, another well-known thief. But whereas Lupin draws the line at murder, Fantômas has no such qualms and is shown as a sociopath who enjoys killing in a sadistic fashion. He is totally ruthless, gives no mercy, and is loyal to none, not even his own children. He is a master of disguise, always appearing under an assumed identity, often that of a person whom he has murdered. Fantômas makes use of bizarre and improbable techniques in his crimes, such as plague-infested rats, giant snakes, and rooms that fill with sand.
Messengers of Evil begins when “... Baroness de Vibray, well known in the Parisian world and among artists, whose generous patroness she was, has been found dead in the studio of the ceramic painter, Jacques Dollon.” It ends with Fantomas' escape once again, and with Juve receiving a humiliating rebuke from the supreme head of the police detective department. But the chase has not ended.
(Introduction by Wikipedia and Don Jenkins)