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The New York Times Book Review - Joshua Hammer a taut thrillerIn this book, Hoffman goes further than anyone in describing the charged political backdrop and the dynamics of Asmat society that surrounded Rockefeller's disappearance. He also builds a strong case for cannibalismthough the truth will probably never be known with absolute certaintyAs [Hoffman] makes clear in this gripping book, keeping the real story buried may have been the safest choice for everyone involved. Publishers Weekly 11/18/2013 Born into one of the world's richest and most influential families, Michael Rockefeller was immersed in the art scene virtually from birth and eventually developed an affinity for primitive artwork that would lead to his disappearance in 1961 off the coast of New Guinea in an area populated by cannibals.