Why would a Black man, born in idyllic 1950s British colonial Jamaica, write a book about Australia? The answer lies in a fascinating journey of self-discovery and ancestry spanning continents and centuries. Fueled by the groundbreaking TV series Roots, Lorel goes on a quest to uncover his richly diverse heritage, tracing threads that intertwine African, European, Jewish, and Asian ancestries.Partnering with fellow genealogist Susan Bethune, Lorel uncovers a narrative of migration and settlement. At the heart of this epic story is one adventurous Maxwell in the 1870s, whose journey connects Lorel to Australian shores. No armchair genealogist, Lorel travels to meet his Caucasian Aussie kinfolk and explore their new homeland and culture.A self-made genealogical detective, Lorel bridges the past and the present. Join him as he gains profound insights into his identity and heritage and celebrates diversity and unbreakable familial bonds.