Sometimes we don't know what we need until we find it. As a teen, Jennifer Wallig learned that her father was adopted, turning what she thought she knew about her family history-and identity-upside down. Her life had been turbulent as the child of divorced parents inundated with their own struggles. These revelations changed everything. In Finding Max , Jennifer shares her journey to find her father's birth family, uncovering surprising secrets and unsettling lies. This is the inspirational story of a daughter devoted to her beloved father, a man burdened with PTSD and addiction who never felt fully accepted by his adopted family. It's the story of unwavering determination to uncover the truth and life-affirming joy found in unexpected places. Raw, vulnerable, and thought-provoking, Finding Max is a must-read memoir for genealogists, ancestry enthusiasts, and anyone yearning to rediscover the power of family.