A review by j3nnplam
The Lost Years by Mary Higgins Clark

2.0

This is probably the most dull religious artifact book I've encountered, which is unfortunate because Clark usually is a strong writer. There was next to nothing in the book about the impact of the existence of a 2000 year old letter with the DNA of Jesus, making it seem rather pointless as far as McGuffins go. If it's going to be a simple murder mystery steeped in the hack motives of greed and jealousy, just go with an heirloom bit of priceless jewelry or something. Don't try to throw religious intrigue into the mix if you're not really going to sell it.

It may be notable that the plot device was suggested by her editor and initially dismissed. Perhaps Clark would be better served listening to her own instincts?