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  • How many of us have family mysteries we'd love to solve? And how many of us persistently and patiently do the asking, the digging, and the legwork to solve them? Ford Worthy has and gave his dad the gift of a lifetime, not only the answer to what happened to Chester, but the gift of honoring his dad's extraordinary character. It's a gift, too, to every reader who cherishes family history as well as America's.

    — Beth Goehring

  • Such a heartfelt journey—a story that I could not stop reading—each page drew me to the next. Ford is a wonderful and moving storyteller, and his work is both heartfelt and unforgettable.

    — Christine Cotton

  • Copies have already been ordered and I can’t wait to share them with family and friends! Next on your storytelling adventure—-A MOVIE!

    — Doug Ostanek

  • Ford Worthy weaves a beautiful tale that skillfully explores decades-old scraps of memory combined with meticulous research to honor his father on his centennial birthday. A stylishly written labor of love!

    — Lou Richman

  • It is Ford’s ability to merge his superb journalistic skills with the southern tradition of storytelling, so deep in his roots, that brings to life this beautiful story.

    — Rhea F. Stein

  • Ford Worthy has given us a moving and intriguing story. Exhaustively researched and rich in detail, it is above all a testimony to the profound importance of human connection across time and space.

    — Thomas H. Hubert

  • A well-researched, amazingly presented, wonderful story about a veteran of WWII.

    — Isabella Chan

  • What a delightful read!!! Ford Worthy is my friend from our Time, Inc. days, and our Chapel Hill - Raleigh, NC connection. When I first learned that he was taking on this amazing project, I was soooo excited. I held on to every detail he included in the original Facebook posts. I couldn’t wait for the next post to appear. Having met both of Ford’s parents many years ago made this project even more interesting to me. I can’t wait to buy the book. I already have my calendar set to place my order. Good luck, my dear friend!

    — Debbie Gracey-Tucker

  • This is a remarkable All-American story! I applaud Ford Worthy for paying attention and having the interest and energy to pursue this mystery and true life story to its conclusion. His doing so is another whole story. My applause!

    — Charles Coble

  • Fascinating detective work and wonderful storytelling!

    — Carter Worthy

  • Great story, well told. A tribute to the one-of-a-kind Ford Worthy.

    — Rick Rountree

  • I am so excited to read your book when it comes out. Having this precious time with your Dad is the greatest gift you could ever receive. I followed your search on FB for Chester, and can’t wait for the outcome. What a unique time in history for our parents that were the greatest generation.

    — Rebecca D. Hayes

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