The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession - Chapter Five Summary & Analysis

Michael Finkel
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The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession - Chapter Five Summary & Analysis

Michael Finkel
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Stéphane captures an intimate and endearing moment on camera, as he records Anne-Catherine lying on their bed in the attic filled with stolen art. Playfully, she jests that the attic is their kingdom and demands a payment of one-hundred francs to enter. The video serves as a glimpse into their five-year relationship, characterized by love, affection, and a shared passion for art thievery. Describing their initial encounter, Stéphane likens meeting Anne-Catherine to being captivated by a piece of art that he must steal. The thrill of their connection sends a surge of excitement through his heart and fingers, a feeling he refers to as a coup-de-coeur - a blow to the heart. At a birthday party during his senior year of high school, their paths crossed, and the instant attraction was mutual. While some friends later deemed their relationship unhealthy, they...

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