From proper grits to pure joy, one man's journey from perfectionist to free spirit shakes up the South.
When newly appointed Southern Food Quality Commissioner Quincy Polentsworth III declares war on grits, he has no idea he's about to ignite a cultural rebellion that will change his life forever. Armed with regulations, bow ties, and an unshakeable belief in proper methodology, this fastidious former grits ambassador turned reformer takes on the cornerstone of Southern breakfast culture-only to discover that life's greatest pleasures can't be measured in proper proportions.
From the streets of Pine Grove, Georgia, to the country music stages of Nashville, this deliciously satirical novel serves up a feast of Southern charm, featuring an unforgettable cast including a choir that won't go home, a grammar-obsessed hero who measures his bow ties to the nearest degree, and eventually, a joyfully disobedient dog named Bowtie who teaches his master the art of living askew.
Perfect for fans of Fredrik Backman's A Man Called Ove and Helen Ellis's Southern Lady Code, The Man Who Hated Grits is a heartwarming tale about finding joy in life's imperfections and learning that sometimes the best way to measure happiness is not to measure it at all.