AGE DEADLINE
by Cate Mutheu
KES 500
Categories: Biography & Memoir, African Literature, African Non-Fiction
What if everything you were taught about timelines, marriage, and success… was a lie? In Age Deadline: Why Are We Rushing Into Misery?, Cate Mutheu pulls back the curtain on the silent pressure women face as they approach “that age.” With raw honesty, heartfelt storytelling, and a touch of humor, she explores the quiet desperation behind rushed weddings, toxic relationships, and societal expectations that treat a woman’s worth like a countdown clock. Through personal reflections and real stories, Cate dives into what it means to be unmarried in a world obsessed with rings and timelines — and why choosing peace over panic is the real victory. This is not a pity party. It’s a rebellion. A revolution of self-love, clarity, and power. Whether you’re 25 or 45, single, married, divorced, or just tired of pretending — this book is your reminder that you’re not behind. You’re becoming. If you’ve ever whispered to yourself, “Maybe I’m not broken, just brave,” this book was written for you.