I'm Intrigued by The Title

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Having been raised on a farm, I was instantly drawn into this novel when I learned the main characters are farmers. I know first hand the dangers this profession can present to honest, hard-working individuals. Because this book immediately begins with a tragedy, I'm compelled to read more to learn how the story unfolds. What happens to the young boy and his mother? How will they continue to operate their farm?

I'm also very interested in the book's title. What is Isacc's relationship to the family? How is he missed - is he physically missing ... or is the distance emotional? I expected the boy's father to be named Isaac rather than a farm hand. I'm sure a beautiful family unfolds from the first four pages I was able to read.