Book "When Valmont Arrived at Pontiac: The Story of the Lost Napoleon. Volume 1." by Gilbert Parker is a fascinating novel that tells the story of a mysterious man named Valmond, who quickly won the hearts of the inhabitants of the small French town of Pontiac. With the help of his charisma and strategic thinking, Valmont gains influence in the life of the city, changing it forever. But who is the real Valmont and what are his true goals? This exciting novel is filled with secrets, intrigue and unexpected turns of events, which will leave readers anxiously waiting for the solution to the mystery of the mysterious newcomer to Pontiac.