Polish body guard was being duped by French agents. They learn of the existence of an assassin--but nothing more. Body guard dies after interrogation. Jackal kills the ID forger who tried to blackmail him--not a good idea to blackmail the Jackal. He's off to commit the murder though his employees would call the whole thing off if they could get in touch with him. Introduction to the physically unimpressive detective who will stop the Jackal. The assassins also have in an "in" on the investigation--mistress to one of the police superintendents. Very enjoyable.
Excellent start . . . orphaned girl with a knack for chess, taught by janitor, harsh orphanage despite its courtly look.
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