Joy, the Unwanted Child

The story centers on the struggle of a young girl named Joy to be accepted by her own father:

The Expectation: The central figure is Molosia, who is a father to three daughters. He desperately desires a son to secure his lineage and family name.

The Reality: The new baby arrives, and it is a fourth girl, who is given the poignant name Joy.

The Conflict: Molosia is greatly disappointed and expresses his inability to accept the child because she is not the son he wanted.

The Narrative: The book follows Joy's life and journey, posing the question: "Will Molosia ever accept her? And what will become of Joy, the unwanted child?" The story explores the emotional and societal fallout of parental preference based on the child's sex, highlighting Joy's resilience as she navigates her status within the family and community.