JANE ALLEN Black Girls Must Die Exhausted Book: A Novel
"Black Girls Must Die Exhausted" follows 33-year-old Tabitha Walker, who recalls her grandmother's words—"Black girls must die exhausted"—from her childhood. While her grandmother, a white woman, spoke about the struggles of the 1950s civil rights movement, Tabitha never thought these words would resonate with her in today’s world. With a promising career as a local news reporter, a seemingly perfect boyfriend named Marc, and a cherished Saturday morning hair appointment, Tabitha’s life appears ideal—until an unexpected doctor’s diagnosis shatters her dreams of starting a family.
Faced with a hidden threat to her future, Tabitha turns to her best friends, the fiercely independent Laila and the vivacious Alexis, formerly known as "Sexy Lexi." Together, they embark on a journey through modern medicine and the complexities of their relationships. Tabitha must harness the power of laughter, love, and courageous self-care to heal before the phrase "Black girls must die exhausted" takes on a painful new meaning in her life.
This compelling narrative dives deep into the struggles of contemporary Black womanhood, illustrating the resilience required to pursue dreams of love and family amidst life's challenges.
