This book falls into the "Can't-put-it-down" Category ... July 13, 2007
by: Richard Jensen

I read an embarrassing number of mysteries each year - at least two a week. I spend about $150 per month on books alone and go to the public library weekly. So I feel I am a very good judge of what is on the market and what I like. The mysteries I read fall into three groups. Those I do not finish - I put them down and move on to something else.  Those I read a bit at a time because I want to see how they turn out but they do not hold my attention for a long period. And the last group - in which this book is included - are those that - once I reach a certain point - usually about mid-way - I read at every spare moment and read nothing else until  I have finished.  This book was in the last-named but top category - I think this author has the talent and it is a question now of luck and perseverance. There is no question in my mind that this book is of commercial quality.  Best of luck - Richard Jensen

 Best book I have read in a long, long, time! July 7, 2007

This book is definitely worth your time! I read this book in 1 day, as did my husband. Couldn't put it down. I felt that it was extremely well written and had a superb storyline. I was thrilled that the book was set in and around Philadelphia.
I enjoyed all of the characters and was able to get to know them very well. Barb McClatchy did a superb job of getting you into their lives and letting you feel what they were feeling. The characters were inspiring.
 
If you are going to read one book this summer, make "When I Fall" it! Believe me, you will not be disappointed. 

 This book will stay with you!
Reviewed by: Dana Gillette (5/29/2007)
It's not often that the characters of a suspense novel stay with you long after you've put the book down. This author has done a fabulous job of weaving a well-plotted storyline and developing characters that inspire. Expect the unexpected in this gem!

 Captivating from the first page!

Reviewed by: Vickey Moritz (5/6/2007)

Haven’t read anything I loved this much since The Firm!

Great Read

Reviewed by: Cynthia Hrebenak (5/4/2007)

I got a chance to read When I Fall pre-publication. I loved it and couldn’t put it down. I highly recommend it.

 I Fell for When I Fall!

Reviewed by: Jim Bridger (5/3/2007)

I received an advance coy of When I Fall. McClatchy plots with page-turning skill. Her sense of biting humor, social satire and tension-building skills make this a great read. I can’t wait to get my first published edition!

Keep them coming!

Reviewed by: Nancy (5/10/2007)

Thanks for a great book…keep them coming! Looking forward to reading the next one.

When I fall... in love with this book!!!, June 4, 2007

This book, derived from the concept of a Barenaked Ladies song, looks at what happens when people see things that aren't meant to be seen. Almost all the characters in the book have a secret. It is up to our heroes to fit the pieces of the puzzle together in time to save the day.

This book is sure to keep you interested and turning the pages. The author has done a great job of capturing the flavor of the city of Philadelphia as well as some observations that can only be made by a local. The city itself seems to be a character in the book and less of a setting for the action.

The topic area of a new miracle drug released to the public is timely. It seems like new warnings, recalls and class-action suits are flying all over the contemporary marketplace. The book's description of the approval process imposed by the FDA as well of the inner workings of a pharmaceutical company, business vs. research, seems right on.

Finally, I enjoyed the character development for our heroine, Sarah. I don't want to spoil the story for anyone, but Sarah has a significant conflict in the story, one that many people share; we trust too much. Hers is a transition from innocence to experience.