A review by one4ale
The Ponson Case by Freeman Wills Crofts

5.0

A wonderful detective story. Unlike the ones I usually read, the detective was just a guy (which I liked). He wasn't a genius or a neurotic or some other thing, just thorough and perceptive; I think this worked best for this book. It really let me believe I was there alongside the characters figuring it out as it happens, instead of having random wild twists that make no sense. The twist that was in the book was "sensational," but I could easily accept it.
Also, I really enjoyed the shifting perspective to the female lead as she investigates herself. Probably some of the best sections of the book, if you like competent characters.