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The Missing Man: A Morton Farrier novella (The Forensic Genealogist Series) Paperback – February 2, 2017

by Nathan Dylan Goodwin (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars 1,736 ratings
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‘The Missing Man does not disappoint. Goodwin creates vivid scenes with solid storytelling and authentic dialogue’
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The secrets of the past haunt Morton Farrier. He’s determined to uncover the truth about his father, who vanished without a trace six days after a fatal fire at his Cape Cod home on Christmas Eve in 1976. Now, Morton must travel to the East Coast of America to unravel the family’s dark secrets and piece together what really happened. His search for truth leads him to a web of lies, and he must face the most important case of his career in forensic genealogy. Will Morton finally discover his father’s fate?

If you enjoyed the first five books in the Forensic Genealogist series, you'll love Morton's latest adventure!

‘Nathan Dylan Goodwin has delivered another page-turning mystery laden with forensic genealogical clues that will keep any family historian glued to the book until the mystery is solved’
Eastman’s Online Genealogy Newsletter

‘Nathan Dylan Goodwin has once again written a thrilling page turner in his latest book The Missing Man... Definitely a must read in the latest series of Morton Farrier, the Forensic Genealogist’
Baytown Genealogy Society

‘Sometimes when you read a book you just know that the story was there to be told; it was clear in the author's mind and needed to be shared. This is one of those books. It reads easily, with realistic, interesting characters and a gripping plot’
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'One of the hallmarks of genealogical mystery novels is the way that they weave together multiple threads and this book is no exception, cleverly skipping across the generations - and there's also a pleasing symmetry that helps to endear us to one of the key characters...If you've read the other books in this series you won't need me to tell you to rush out and buy this one'
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'Nathan Dylan Goodwin has delivered another page-turning mystery laden with forensic genealogical clues that will keep any family historian glued to the book until the mystery is solved'
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'Nathan Dylan Goodwin has once again written a thrilling page turner in his latest book The Missing Man... Definitely a must read in the latest series of Morton Farrier, the Forensic Genealogist'
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'Sometimes when you read a book you just know that the story was there to be told; it was clear in the author's mind and needed to be shared. This is one of those books. It reads easily, with realistic, interesting characters and a gripping plot'
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Nathan Dylan Goodwin is a writer, genealogist and educator. He was born and raised in Hastings, East Sussex. Having attended school in the town, he then completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in Radio, Film and Television Studies, followed by a Master of Arts degree in Creative Writing at Canterbury Christ Church University. A member of the Society of Authors and the Crime Writers' Association, he has completed several local history books about Hastings, as well as several works of fiction, including the acclaimed Forensic Genealogist series, the Mrs McDougall Investigates series and the Venator Cold Case series. His other interests include theatre, reading, running, skiing, travelling and, of course, genealogy. He is a qualified teacher, member of the Guild of One-Name Studies and the Society of Genealogists, as well as being a member of the Sussex Family History Group, the Norfolk Family History Society and the Kent Family History Society. He lives in Kent with his husband, son, dog and an assortment of chickens.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (February 2, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 149 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1542910757
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1542910750
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.7 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.38 x 9 inches
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Nathan Dylan Goodwin is a writer, genealogist and educator. He was born and raised in Hastings, East Sussex. Having attended school in the town, he then completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in Radio, Film and Television Studies, followed by a Master of Arts degree in Creative Writing at Canterbury Christ Church University. A member of the Society of Authors and the Crime Writers’ Association, he has completed several local history books about Hastings, as well as several works of fiction, including the acclaimed Forensic Genealogist series, the Mrs McDougall Investigates series and the Venator Cold Case series.

His other interests include theatre, reading, running, skiing, travelling and, of course, genealogy. He is a qualified teacher, member of the Guild of One-Name Studies and the Society of Genealogists, as well as being a member of the Sussex Family History Group, the Norfolk Family History Society and the Kent Family History Society. He lives in Kent with his husband, son, dog and an assortment of chickens.

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Customers find this novella to be a captivating tale with elements of genealogical research interwoven throughout. The writing style is engaging, with one customer noting how the author skillfully captures readers' interest immediately. They consider it a great follow-up in the series and enjoy it as a summer read.

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49 customers mention "Story quality"49 positive0 negative

Customers praise the story quality of this novella, describing it as a captivating and masterfully crafted tale.

"...Regardless of whether you are or not, it’s a really good mystery! Enjoy" Read more

"...with three storylines in different timeframes, but it sure kept it interesting. And he pulled it all together beautifully at the end." Read more

"...I had to read them all!!! His books are fun, informative, exciting, creative and this American loves to read stories that takes place in the U.K." Read more

"...If Morton can find Jack, will he know the answer? Excellent story, difficult to put down." Read more

45 customers mention "Readability"45 positive0 negative

Customers find the book readable and enjoyable, describing it as a wonderful summer read and fun to read.

"I thoroughly enjoyed this book...." Read more

"...I had to read them all!!! His books are fun, informative, exciting, creative and this American loves to read stories that takes place in the U.K." Read more

"The series was recommended by a friend and I've enjoyed every book!" Read more

"...No matter, it was still an enjoyable read after I got accustomed to the British vernacular and managed to keep the constantly shifting timeline..." Read more

17 customers mention "Genealogical research"17 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the genealogical research elements in the book, with interesting family histories woven throughout. One customer notes how it tremendously broadens Morton's glimpses into the past.

"I am in love with the Forensic Genealogist Series from book 1 and on. I'm a Professional Genealogist...." Read more

"...with the present is used very skillfully and tremendously broadens Morton's glimpses into the past. Well done, Mr. Goodwin!" Read more

"...research for over 40 years, I so enjoy Mr. Goodwin's forensic genealogy series. It was great following Morton's steps to finding his father...." Read more

"...Not the normal mysteries As usual I enjoy the genealogical trails the Nathan leads his characters on...." Read more

15 customers mention "Writing style"15 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the writing style of the book, describing it as a page turner, and one customer particularly appreciates the author's beautiful descriptions of England.

"...'s technique of interlacing the past with the present is used very skillfully and tremendously broadens Morton's glimpses into the past...." Read more

"...They are so well written all the people become real and you are drawn into the search to find what happened to them...." Read more

"This story was very well written. I could tell the story had been researched, the history was very accurate...." Read more

"...Engaging writing style. 5 stars" Read more

13 customers mention "Series quality"13 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy this book as a great follow-up in the series, with one customer noting that the series continues to improve.

"This series just keeps getting better. I'm enjoying Morton's search for his past so much...." Read more

"...the books by this author, and I must say, they keep getting better and better...." Read more

"One story but plenty to follow. Looking forward to what's next, another good one. Really should read in sequence for best results." Read more

"I totally loved this series!! I couldn’t put this book down a real page turner!! I highly recommend these books." Read more

3 customers mention "Accuracy"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the accuracy of the book, with one mentioning that the steps are well-explained and easy to follow.

"...It was great following Morton's steps to finding his father. Now on to the next one!" Read more

"...The process requires patience and the steps are accurate, lending credence to this account. Engaging writing style. 5 stars" Read more

"...Great storyline. Easy to follow even though it jumps between the past and present." Read more

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    5.0 out of 5 stars A good read 👍
    Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2024
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    If you happen to be a geneologist it will be even better, as he tells where he is going for research and what to ask for. Regardless of whether you are or not, it’s a really good mystery! Enjoy
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  • Jean Cloke
    4.0 out of 5 stars One of his best!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2024
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    I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I had a little trouble following all the twists and turns with three storylines in different timeframes, but it sure kept it interesting. And he pulled it all together beautifully at the end.
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  • Dina Hill
    5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible writing from one genealogist to another
    Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2021
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    I am in love with the Forensic Genealogist Series from book 1 and on. I'm a Professional Genealogist. I do this for a living so reading about the research that goes into all of these stories excites me and I've learned a lot as well. I am now a fan of Nathan Dylan Goodwin. When I finish the 8th book in the series, I am going to read his other books as well. They are fabulous. All of them!!
    I'm so glad I saw the ad on Facebook to get his first book in the series for free because I couldn't just read one book. I had to read them all!!! His books are fun, informative, exciting, creative and this American loves to read stories that takes place in the U.K.
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  • Suzanne Etherington
    5.0 out of 5 stars An engaging series
    Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2024
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    The series was recommended by a friend and I've enjoyed every book!
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  • Lifelong learner
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another Good Read!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2021
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    This series just keeps getting better. I'm enjoying Morton's search for his past so much. Mr. Goodwin's technique of interlacing the past with the present is used very skillfully and tremendously broadens Morton's glimpses into the past. Well done, Mr. Goodwin!
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  • Jane Irish Nelson
    4.0 out of 5 stars One Mystery leads to Another
    Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2018
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    Morton and Juliette are on their honeymoon — two weeks in Boston followed by one in New York. Morton hopes that during those first two weeks he can solve the mystery of his birth father, Harley "Jack" Jacklin, who disappeared after the family home burned down at Christmas in 1976. For some reason, Jack felt responsible, according to a letter he sent to Morton's mother (that she never received). But as Morton continues his research, trying to trace Jack's parents he runs into a roadblock — no trace of them in Boston prior to their marriage, despite their claims to both have been born there. So where did they come from? And why hide their past? If Morton can find Jack, will he know the answer? Excellent story, difficult to put down.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2022
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    One of the reasons I love these books is the meshing of truth and fiction. They are so well written all the people become real and you are drawn into the search to find what happened to them. I will read them all and hate reaching the end of the series!
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  • MichiganGal
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love this series!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2021
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    This is the first book in a very long time that I read cover to cover in one day. As someone who has been doing genealogy research for over 40 years, I so enjoy Mr. Goodwin's forensic genealogy series. It was great following Morton's steps to finding his father. Now on to the next one!
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  • Helen Edwards
    5.0 out of 5 stars What a wonderful read!
    Reviewed in Canada on April 7, 2017
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    What a fantastic read. I have enjoyed all of this author's books, but this is the best of them all. The main character conducts research in the US area where my ancestors are from, so I followed along with the research process, imagining myself sitting in the chair in front of microfilm readers. I read this book in one sitting—a record even for me, a fast reader. Once I got started, I could not put it down. Character development is well done, and the word pictures are amazing. You almost feel like you are part of the story. I can't wait for the next book. I love the way he combines genealogy with a mystery to construct a great narrative. Well worth reading for genealogists, historians, mystery lovers, or anyone who likes to read well-written work with a great story.
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  • Samwa
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read
    Reviewed in Australia on July 1, 2021
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    I absolutely loved reading this story. I'm very much looking forward to the next release in the Morton series.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic read!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 21, 2017
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    After discovering the truth about his parentage, the time has finally arrived for forensic genealogist Morton Farrier to locate his biological father. The Missing Man takes him to the east coast of America to discover what exactly happened to Harley ‘Jack’ Jacklin after disappearing from the family home following a fatal fire. Knowing that his time in the States is limited, Morton faces a race against time before his father is lost forever.

    Although this is a novella, Nathan Dylan Goodwin has managed to pack in an awful lot of story! The plot moves between three time frames, detailing the beginnings of Morton’s grandparents’ relationship, the lead up to and the repercussions of the fire and Morton’s search for his father. With so much jumping around in time, it could have been quite easy to become confused but the author has ensured that this does not happen and keeps you engrossed throughout.

    In typical Morton Farrier style, he might be celebrating his marriage with a honeymoon in the USA, but you just know that much of his break is going to be spent on genealogical business! Never usually one to shy away from a difficult case, it was disheartening to see Morton come up against brick walls so it was good to see his new wife encouraging him not to give up. To find out if he does find his missing man, you’ll have to read the book! I will say, though, that it was nice to see Mr Farrier not having to protect himself from people trying to stop his research!

    One of the things I like the most about Nathan Dylan Goodwin’s writing is his accurate use of genealogy resources, both online and in record offices. As a genealogist, I find the research side fascinating and I found it interesting to see how Morton applied his UK research skills in the records of another country.

    For any fans of other genealogical fiction authors, I highly recommend Nathan Dylan Goodwin’s Morton Farrier books. I look forward to the next full-length installment!
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  • Lizanne Lloyd
    5.0 out of 5 stars Intriguing mystery of 20th century USA
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 3, 2021
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    After reading earlier and later books in this series I really wanted to know more about Morton’s mysterious father. When Morton and his wife Juliette arrive in Boston, Massachusetts in 2016 they are on their honeymoon, but policewoman Juliette is quite happy for him to spend some time tracing his biological father. The story switches between the present day and 1976 when a family tragedy caused Jack Jacklin to disappear from Cape Cod. As the story progresses, we move further back in time to 1949 San Francisco, meeting Velda, a young woman who is heart broken that her former boyfriend Joseph Jacklin is about to marry another girl.

    Morton had learnt previously that his birth was the result of a holiday romance with his English mother. The couple had lost touch and it is probable that Jack had no idea that he had a son in England. The investigation is not easy, as change of names and lies that were told, make research in the official records unsuccessful. It is a gripping story and I empathised with Morton’s desire to find his father, alive or dead. A complete story in its own right you could easily read this amazing tale without having ready of the earlier books in the series or having any interest in genealogy but it reminded me of why I look forward to a new book by Nathan Dylan Goodwin so much.
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  • Angela Thomas
    4.0 out of 5 stars Recommended
    Reviewed in Australia on June 25, 2017
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    A page-turner that is both well written and well plotted. The ending was, much to my relief, a satisfying resolution.
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