A remarkable true story of love, family, and adoption that challenged the definition of parenthood.
An American Family is the inspiring story of Jon and Michael Galluccio, two gay men who became foster parents to Adam, a premature baby born with the AIDS virus and addicted to crack, heroin, marijuana, and alcohol. As they nursed Adam through his first year's medical emergencies and the daily dramas of new parenthood, they realized their son could be taken back by the state at any time. Determined to keep their family together, they fought to legally adopt Adam, ultimately setting a precedent for all unmarried couples in New Jersey.
This moving adoption memoir is a testament to the power of love and the true meaning of family. An American Family chronicles the Galluccios' journey through the challenges and joys of adoption, offering a candid look at the realities of same-sex parenting and the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. It is a story of hope, resilience, and the unwavering love that defines a family, proving that the American family is vibrantly alive and extending itself in remarkable new directions.