Standing on the Edge of Life: A Memoir

Standing on the Edge of Life is a memoir that chronicles the life of a bold hustler that has used life as his playing field. The name William "Jackie" Pearson rings up and down the East Coast as the go-getter that refused to settle for anything in life and instead took everything he wanted.The memoir takes readers on a journey of life through Pearson's eyes and gives his personal account of childhood, war, and addiction which eventually leads to prison and the fight for freedom. Readers will be inspired by the raw details that have shaped who he is today. Pearson's hunger for money, drugs, and the lifestyle leads him on a path of ups and downs that will leave readers wanting more. Pearson is now a certified peer support specialist that aims to uplift his community while on a plight to maintain his freedom. His mission is to impart wisdom and inspire readers to choose a better path.