tygress's review
4.0
I couldn't put this down (except for sleep and work)! It's a fascinating true story of one adopted man's quest to find the truth about his biological parents and heritage.
muddypuddle's review against another edition
4.0
I have worked on my own family tree since my late teens and really love genealogy. So reading Mr. Hill’s memoir has been fascinating, watching this mystery unfolding in story form! I can only imagine how he felt finding out about each new relation he discovered. His story is clear and well written, interesting and thought-provoking.
dayroom0063's review against another edition
Though this book was written straightforwardly, it is nonetheless hard to put down. Richard certainly knows how to bring the reader into his personal story. Was pleasantly surprised to learn that like me, the author grew up in Michigan. So, given all of the places Richard's search took him, I felt even more engaged. Any adoptee can understand how challenging a search can be and learn lessons due to the number of obstacles he faces in tracking down his roots. However, this is more of an inspiring narrative than a practical guide. I don't think it should be critiqued as if it were the latter, which I think some negative reviewers wanted it to be.
nithuir's review against another edition
5.0
Really great. Easy to listen to. I appreciated adding in a quick note about who the various people were when they were reintroduced later on in the story, since understandably some of the family trees were confusing.
andrewfontenelle's review against another edition
5.0
A well-presented book on genealogy and a persons search for his own family.
richsandler's review against another edition
4.0
I really got drawn into this tale of genealogical intrigue. I recommend if that sounds like your cup of tea.
laceyannepowers's review against another edition
5.0
I just finished this entire book in 6 hours. I could not put it down!!
idiganthro's review against another edition
5.0
I could not put this book down. The author's search and success in finding his birth father through a combination of research and DNA testing, long after his father's death,was an inspiration for me in my search. Riveting and inspiring!