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Me before you

I read  'Me before you' by Jojo Moyes and found it a beautifully written book. (Plot spoilers ahead)

However, a huge part of me remains disappointed with the plot. I'm not sure what kind of a message it sends to the differently abled when the protagonist goes ahead with euthanasia after being paralysed neck downward! Maybe I don't know enough about the severity of his disability but I do know someone in real life who is leading a full, productive, marvellous life in a wheelchair, serving as an inspiration to all.

When I read the book, I felt hopeless, helpless and trapped. To top it, some article about how euthanasia was just being legalised in Sweden popped up on my timeline. It was all very disturbing and bleak. Anyway, since the movie was a runaway hit, I guess it depends on who is watching it or reading the book. If you are feeling low, steer clear of the book. It will pull you further down. If you are happy-clappy and the type that is not moved much by what you read, go right ahead.

The protagonist had a lot to be grateful for. He was a billionaire and was handsome. Had a nurse who was in love with him. Parents who cared for him. If such people want to die, what about the less fortunate?

Anyway, that was my line of thinking. This is apparently a trilogy. I haven't read the other two.
 

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