Do You Promise Not to Tell?

This is my first MJ Clark book and I can't wait to get my hands on more. Although this book has over 130 chapters (it is only about 250 pages), it makes it very easy to read and you look forward to the rest of the story instead of flicking through the pages to see when the chapter ends. I really enjoyed Farrell from KEY news as she embarks on a story involving the famous Faberge eggs that were commissioned by the Russian Czar, many years ago. Although, this is not really a 'great' crime novel (like John Sandford or Dennis Lehane) it has enough likeable (or not!) characters to keep you entertained throughout the whole story, similar to Janet Evanovich, without the humour.If you are looking for a great, easy to read novel, that truly isn't boring or a chore, try this one, it is really worth it!

I have read both of Mary Jane Clark's books and I have to say that this lady is going to become one of the "GREAT" mystery writers in the not so far off future. She certainly has the ability to keep you on the edge of your seat while entertaining you at the same time. It's definitely a book that you won't want to put down once you start. I loved both books and can't wait for her next one. She has become another one of my favorite authors.

DO YOU PROMISE NOT TO TELL is the second Mary Jane Clark novel that I've read in the past year or so and I have to tell you that I can't wait to read her next. I read a lot of mystery novels and what I enjoy about Clark's books is her ability to transend the usual mystery novel formula b.s. and tell a story of characters, who although they solve a mystery, are people with real life feelings and challenges. Clark draws us into the competitive workaday world of KEY NEWS with the story of Farrell Slater, who has a career that is actually going nowhere fast as we arrive on the scene. Not only does the plot pick up, but so does Farrell's insight and depth as a character as she explores the rareified air of the New York art world of Sotheby's and Christie's and the Russian enclave in Brooklyn as she overcomes numerous personal and professional obstacles. I won't give away the ending, but I will tell you that this book is a great read for anyone who enjoys intelligent, suspense fiction. I hope Clark keeps them coming!

This new author displays great potential for mystery writing. Holds your attention through unexpected twists to the plot.Detail,emotion, and easy reading. Rank her to be equal to the quality of Grisham ! Can't wait to read the sequal...