The book, Patchwork Clan:

The Sweeney Family Who Grew, chronicles the remarkable true story of Ann and John Sweeney of Greenwich, Connecticut, and their commitment to building an extraordinary family through love.

​

The story details the Sweeney family’s growth into a diverse "patchwork clan" of seventeen children—seven biological and eleven adopted from various backgrounds, including Indian, Black, and Vietnamese heritage. Matriarch Ann Sweeney, a local music teacher and recipient of the "Outstanding Mothers of the Year" award, believed in the profound necessity of providing a loving home. The book is an inspiring account of how this New England couple transcended racial and biological boundaries to form a unique and enduring multi-racial family, proving that love is the essential bond.