The Missing Collection Books 1-4

by Margaret Peterson Haddix

Thirteen-year-old Jonah has always known that he was adopted, and he's never thought it was a big deal. Then he and a neighbor, Chip, who finds out he's also adopted, begin receiving mysterious letters, saying things such as: "You are one of the missing," and, "Beware! They're coming back to get you."

Jonah, Chip, and Jonah's little sister Katherine are plunged into a mystery that involves the FBI, a vast smuggling operation, an airplane that appeared out of nowhere—and people who seem to disappear and reappear at will...and make a staggering discovery: Jonah and Chip, and some other kids are actually the missing children from history, stolen for profit by time travelers. Now, they are caught in a battle between two opposing forces that want very different things for them--and their choices will determine the course of their own lives, and the lives of their friends.

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Genres: Science Fiction, Historical Fiction, Young Adult, Adventure, Fiction, Time Travel, Childrens

Kindle Edition

First published August 23, 2011

About the author

Margaret Peterson Haddix grew up on a farm near Washington Court House, Ohio. She graduated from Miami University (of Ohio) with degrees in English/journalism, English/creative writing and history. Before her first book was published, she worked as a newspaper copy editor in Fort Wayne, Indiana; a newspaper reporter in Indianapolis; and a community college instructor and freelance writer in Danville, Illinois.

She has since written more than 25 books for kids and teens, including Running Out of Time; Don’t You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey; Leaving Fishers; Just Ella; Turnabout; Takeoffs and Landings; The Girl with 500 Middle Names; Because of Anya; Escape from Memory; Say What?; The House on the Gulf; Double Identity; Dexter the Tough; Uprising; Palace of Mirrors; Claim to Fame; the Shadow Children series; and the Missing series. She also wrote Into the Gauntlet, the tenth book in the 39 Clues series. Her books have been honored with New York Times bestseller status, the International Reading Association’s Children’s Book Award; American Library Association Best Book and Quick Pick for Reluctant Young Adult Readers notations; and more than a dozen state reader’s choice awards.


Haddix and her husband, Doug, now live in Columbus, Ohio, with their two children.

Reviews

[Vicki · Rating 4 out of 5]

Third in the Missing series by Ms. Haddix, this volume continues the saga of Jonah and Katherine, who have become agents of some mysterious time travelers. Their mission is to help relocate some significant historical characters back into their original places in time.

At some point in the future, a literal plane load of children were kidnapped by some unsavory time travelers, who had hit upon the ideal adoption service. For a price, prospective parents could select an actual child from history, and raise him or her as their own. But when more ethical time travelers from the future saw what was happening, they caused the plane to be diverted to a modern times middle America airport.

When these children, whose time travel experience had caused reverse aging and returned them to infancy, were discovered without explanation on the plane, they were offered for adoption to the local community, thus allowing them to reach the ripe old age of 13 as normal American teens.

Because of damage done to time by this fiasco, time travelers were not allowed to approach the children with the plan of returning them to their points of origin until 13 years have elapsed.

In this story, Jonah, one of the original time traveling infants and his adoptive sister Katherine, return with Andrea, who is actually Virginia Dare, the first English child born in the New World, to the Roanoke Colony. Of course there are problems with their trip back in time and they arrive, apparently in Roanoke Colony, but uncertain if they returned in the year they were supposed to. Oddly, Andrea/Virginia seems to be working against the success of the mission, and to complicate things even further, two additional kids are returned unexpectedly into the somewhat chaotic situation that is developing. Without an ability to contact JB, their time travel guide, they are left to guess what to do and where to travel to try to find Andrea/Virginia's family.

Ms. Haddix has hit upon an innovative and clever way to attract her 5th through 9th grade audience to a new interest in history. She also has added valuable information from her historical research to the end of the book to enhance the fictionalized version she has written. As an adult, my interest in learning more of the stories of these historical figures is definitely whetted by these books.

I would definitely suggest that readers start with the first volume in the Missing series, which is Found, or risk being very confused by the terminology and the parameters she has set up for time travel in the previous books. We still don't learn who Jonah actually is, so there is every incentive to read on in the series! Next up is Torn, and I already have it downloaded on my nook!

[Bob Pound]

excellent reading for middle schoolers.
Mistery, no inappropriat language, no extreem violance, plenty of suspense and mind challanging. First book of 5 in "THE MISSING" series.

[The_Ugly_Squid · Rating 3 out of 5]

Take this as a rating for the other books that aren’t on here as well.

[Siliang Lei · Rating 5 out of 5]

I would give the novel, “Found” by Margaret Peterson Haddix nine stars out of ten stars. To begin with, this book had a fantastic plot. The author created a powerful and mysterious picture for me when I was reading this book. The author developed a great climax. When Jonah and Chip received mysterious letters and when Jonah and Katherine saw people appearing and disappearing at their will, I was so eager to find out the missing piece that links all of these peculiar things together. As I read the novel, the author provided me with a little more information to the mystery. When Jonah was invited to meet Angela, a person that Jonah and Chip thought could be beneficial in cracking the code, I sensed a bit of hope. Haddix utilized that event to trigger a more positive feeling for readers. After each event in this book, Haddix gave me a strong feeling, that I could never forget.
Towards the end of the novel, the author created an innumerable amount of mysterious thoughts of Jonah that made everything chaotic. When Jonah thought that touching a rock could be used as a hand scanner, and that a cave could turn into a airplane, which could turn into a time machine. All of these thoughts made me,as a reader, really confused. As I kept reading towards the end of the book, there was a myriad of dialogue that made no sense to me. At the very end of the book, everything began to make sense. Since there was a lot of confusion when reading this book, I didn’t give it ten stars, but I did appreciate the creative and mysterious plot that Haddix created-it left me hovering on top of clues.

[Christine Oakley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Something very cool about these books is the historical subject matter at the end of each story. The author researches and works diligently to explain why time travel actually could explain events of the past when explanations are currently lacking. The commentaries are simply fascinating.

Book one explains a lot and is slow. You feel very much like you're reading a book for a kid because its very slow, but clearly explained. That made reading book one slightly painful. 3 star.

Book two was easier and more interesting. More complicated subject matter was explained, which made the book feel less child-like and more science fiction. 4 star.

Book three was really good. I loved the whole Virginia Dare story and the very deep complexities occurring due to time travel. 4.5 star.

I'm starting book four tonight... More to come! I have a date with Einstein! LOL

[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

these books are amazing

[Angela · Rating 3 out of 5]

Angela the new flight attendant finds that a unplanned fight is about to crash in the airport and runs to stop the plane. When Angela goes inside the pane she finds that the plane is full of babies. Later Joana and Chip start receiving strange letters. Chip finds out that he’s adopted. Jonah and Chip find out more information about his adoption. Later Joana finds out about a survivor list and wonders what it means and why his name and Chip’s name are on the list. Chip, Joana, and katherine make it their mission to find out. Later Angela Gets involved in finding out what this all means.
At first jonah didn't care about his birth parents.Later jonah meets chip who finds out strange details about their adoption. Later Jonah starts finding out strange details about his adoption process. A jona becomes more skeptical of what the government could be planning he starts taking stange measures to ensure that the government and his parents don’t find out. In his efforts Joana finds it difficult to hide from his parents.
This book was a nice and interesting read. The characters where multidimensional. The charter development of the main characters in very uncommon. A Very interesting and how time travel was used in the story.Well writen book.

[Mary Payne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Found is a wonderful middle grade adventure story based on an imaginary tale. Two adopted thirteen-year-old boys receive anonymous letters. The first one reads, “You are one of the missing.” The second letter is more threatening. “Beware! They are coming back to get you.” Jonah and Chip, along with Jonah’s younger sister, set out to solve the mystery behind their history. It’s fast-paced and fun.
While the genre is science fiction and subsequent books in the The Missing series incorporate time travel, the first book centers on how the protagonists feel about their adoption. It’s refreshing to read a book where the author accurately portrays how adopted kids think about their situation. Three percent of the population is adopted. Unfortunately, there are almost no books helping those children to understand that their feelings are normal. Hooray for Ms. Haddix! Her characterizations are spot on. She’s penned a winner. This book is for upper middle grade to adults. It could be scary for younger children who don’t comprehend that the events are fictional. I’m not a sci-fi fan, but I’m anxious to read the rest of the books in this series.

[Ivan Valov · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great book that had some future in it. Warning spoilers. So first a kid was adopted but was actually not born in present times he was born far back into the future. These time kidnappers kid napped him and then he was adopted by his parents. Now they have to go back to the future to fix broken times.

[Heather Johnson · Rating 4 out of 5]

His is a fantastic series for kids. Many layers and mysteries, and it is captivating. The series does get a little long. I was ready for a conclusion a couple of books before it ended, but the first few books were fun and suspenseful.

[Reese Wallace · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think that the book "Found" was amazing. Very creatively written, and fun to read. It left me in awe and thinking about what might happen next. "Found" was one of a kind and was super trippy and unexpected. If you like science fiction and mystery combined...this book is for you!

[Liam Seredinski · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Alex Bergin · Rating 5 out of 5]

LOVE THIS SERIES
MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE

[Sophie]

Great series! The books are so suspenseful. I loved them. I suggest that when you start reading the series, you have the next 4 books at the ready. They are amazing.

[Elisabeth Gillespie · Rating 5 out of 5]

It is so exciting and it's hard to stop reading 😍😋

[191527 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing

[mike · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing book. So inspiring.

[( ཀ ʖ̯ ཀ) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Scattered memories of devouring this series in 4th grade. Deserves a revisit someday. For now inflating my year in review 🙈💗

[David Robinson · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's a pretty good series. Led me to research some historical events.

[Zoe Merritt · Rating 4 out of 5]

The first book is amazing! I did kinda forget what happened but I didn’t want Jen to die :(

[Elijah Dreyer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Could barely take my eyes away!
A page turner!

[Joseph · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed the book. It had cliffhangers chapter after chapter which makes you want to read it more. The cliffhangers make you want to read the other books as well. It kept adding suspense and I love suspense. The story is exciting to me. I also liked the story line of Chip, Jonah, and Katherine working as a team, trying to help each other.
Chip, Jonah and Katherine have to meet with other people that are important to them at the moment. Then they find themselves on the run and in the middle of an conspiracy. They have to plan and stick together at all costs no matter what happens.
My favorite part is when Jonah jumps at his enemy not having a clue about what to do but still shows courage and does it anyway. I like it because I have to show courage myself to do something daring. I would recommend this book to people who love suspense because this book is all about suspense and the suspense never ends.

[Porter Tirrill · Rating 4 out of 5]

Found is a science fiction book written by author, Margaret Peterson Haddix. It was published by Simon & Schuster in 2008. It is the first of The Missing series. The author includes high-tech science into the plot of the story. The author’s family had input into the plot and twist at the end. Haddix did a great job pulling me into the book and I felt connected with the characters. They were very realistic and adventurous. It kept me engaged and wondering throughout the entire book. The three main characters were Chip, Jonah, and Katherine who were all adopted. Jonah was 13 years old who had a little sister named Katherine and friend named Chip. Their parents were very open about their adoption. Everything felt normal for Jonah until he received a letter in the mail. It didn’t contain a signature or a return address and only had 6 words written on it: “You are one of the missing”. His friend, Chip, also received the same letter. Jonah at first believed it was a prank. They both begin to question why they have received the exact same letter. They received a second letter saying, “Beware! They’re coming back to get you.” All three of them went on an adventure to try to find out what the letter really meant. The mystery begins to involve an airplane and a smuggling operation. When reading the book, I quickly realized that each event needed to be attended too because they all led to the next important part. It became suspenseful when the second letter arrived. The plot thickened when the plane and the FBI become involved. Due to the suspenseful nature of the plot, Margaret Haddix succeeded in keeping me engaged throughout the entire book. I never knew what was going to happen next. I really liked this book and can’t wait to read the next one to find out what happens to Jonah and Chip. My questions still remain: Who are their adopted parents? Why can’t the characters find them? Since there are 36 babies on the plane, where are their parents or do they even have parents? Haddox doesn’t reveal who adopted children or where the missing people are. I can’t wait to read the rest of the series of The Missing.

[Kyra · Rating 5 out of 5]

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This book is so interesting and a page turner
Jonah always known that he was adopted, and he's never thought it was any big deal. Then he and a friend of Jonah, Chip, who's also adoped, begin receiving mysterious letters. The first one says, "You are one of the missing." The second one says, "Beware! They're coming back to get you."

Jonah, Chip, and Jonah's sister, Katherine, are on a mission to find out there past is when a lot of craziness happens to them like:people disappearing in mid-air, mysterious letters, time-travel, and so much more adventure. When there

Something about the author and the book :
With Found, Margaret Peterson Haddix begins a new series that promises to be every bit as suspenseful as her Shadow Children series, which has sold more than 41/2 million copies, and proves her, once again, to be a master of the page-turner.
And the true question is: Can Chip and Jonah dis cover the secrets of their pasts before the conspiracy catches to them?

And I highly recommend this book to all

[Isaac · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed the book. It had cliffhangers in almost every chapter which makes you just want to keep reading. The cliffhangers at the end of the book wants you want read the other ones. I also liked the storyline of Chip, Alex, Jonah and Katherine working together to save time. The book was amazing to me and i think it will for people who like action and suspense.
Chip, Jonah, Alex and Katherine get taken to a time when Chip and Alex live in the 1800's. They go one tons of adventures and they are an amazing book series. And I hope more people like me will enjoy this book. I really can't say much else besides I hope you read the book series. My favorite part of the book was when ship found out he was the king of england because I love when people find something that they never thought could happen.

[Krista Stevens · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've read all four of these. The first one took me a little while to figure out what was happening, then the other three were more enjoyable (except for "Torn" #4, which was just too confusing with split time). History/social studies teachers would love these - kids go back into time (how they do so really does strain the willing suspension of disbelief - but since that strain is a common theme, I finally just accepted it) - to England in the 15th century, Roanoke, NC in the 16th century and then sailing with Hudson as he searches for the northwest passage in 1611. Haddix does a great job of feeling like I'm in that time and mixing history with the story line. I look forward to the next ones.

[Max Schubel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amost done with the series, I can say that this is the best series I've read(thus far). Haddix does an extremely good job of making sense of all the time travel and paradoxes and such. If you've ever seen Back To The Future, you know what I mean when I say that it starts out terribly complex but becomes simpler as you continue. The whole storyline moves forward fluently as if it was just one big book with no intervals in between. The characters come alive with her writing as well as the destinations(and times) they come across.t wouldn't be fair to say that I prefer one book over another, but If I had to pick just one to read again, it would be Sent. I highly recommend the entire series and look forward to the next book from Haddix.

[Christine Stevens · Rating 5 out of 5]

These books are written for my kids' age but they are so engaging and easy, fun to read. The premise of this series is based on historical missing children who are kidnapped in time and sent to the future. This group of kids are then rounded up at age 13 in modern day and one of the boys is fighting to get them all either back to their rightful time or figure out how to keep them living their modern day "new life". The author does a great job with the time travel style (which I usually find annoyingly confusing in other works) as well as thread history lessons throughout. I'm now starting book 4 "Torn" but I recommend them to you and your elem age kiddos (starting in 4th grade).

[Jane Buchbauer · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have only read the first book of this series--Found. It is a science fiction/fantasy with a time travel premise. Children from a particular community receive a message informing them that they are in danger. The children are all adopted and we eventually discover that they had been ill-fated historical children who were kidnapped by time travelers in infancy to safe them from their less than savory ends. As I don't do spoilers, I'll go no further than to say that it is an interesting premise that will require me to look further into the other books in the series. Fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix--and I count myself as one--will not be disappointed.

[Matteo S · Rating 5 out of 5]

Margaret Peterson Haddix is one if the best page turner authors out there. Mrs. Elliot recommended this book to me. This book talks about how Jonah, the main characters, comes from. Jonah is adopted, but, where he came from is unknown. He was found in an abandoned airplane. All the seats contained a baby, but the strange thing is that there was no one else on the plane. Just babies. The story really begins on P.20, when Jonah gets a letter in the mail box:
"There were only six: YOU ARE ONE OF THE MISSING."
This book was absolutely amazing. I recommend it to all who like a good mystery story.