Joy Jones grew up in the south, where she was no bigger than a minnow in a fishing pond overflowing with racism and sexism. She didn't want to hush her mouth, give some sugar, or be pretty as a peach. She wanted justice to be attainable and to live out loud. Her journey to speak her truth, regardless of others' opinions and forceful hands, is a true look into a story told honestly with tragedy and humor. A captivating memoir that will keep the pages turning as you immerse yourself in Joy's struggles and triumphs.