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Book Review of The Investigation: A Former FBI Agent Uncovers the Truth Behind Howard Hughes, Melvin Dummar, and the Most Contested Will in American History

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I heard the author interviewed on Coast to Coast AM so I was interested to read his full account. He tells a fascinating tale of his investigation into 'The Mormon Will' of Howard Hughes, found by Melvin Dummar, a gas station attendant, which was told in the movie 'Melvin and Howard'. The author tracked down new information in this 30 year old case in hopes that Dummar, who is now old and ailing, may get his reputation restored. I wound up convinced that it could well have happened as the author narrates and that the Hughes cabal gave Dummar a raw deal. Whether you agree or not, it's a great read.