
‘The 12.30 From Croydon’ by Freeman Wills Crofts is the second Freeman Wills Crofts mystery novel I’ve read, and I’m quickly becoming a fan of his meticulous storytelling.
On a flight to Paris, elderly grandfather, Andrew Crowther dies in his seat. When questions are asked as to the nature of his death, we begin to find out what lead to it – and how it was planned. The author takes the unusual step of telling the story from the point of view of the killer, making this a fascinating and utterly compelling read.
This story looks into the mind of a killer, and how a very ordinary man finds himself on a destructive and dangerous path. It tells of a man’s downfall and the terrible consequences.
Inspector French is a quiet and unassuming character, and one that criminals underestimate at their peril. His contribution to the story was pivotal. An excellent story and one that will stay with me.
I was given this ARC for review.