A review by readerperson
Me Before You by Jojo Moyes

dark emotional inspiring sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

First off massive trigger warning, first is the graphic description of a suicide attempt. The second is that there is the alluding to a sexual assualt, the actual assualt is not described but her feelings and the events leading up to the moment are described and I am personally mentally and emotionally exhausted from this particular type of trauma sprung on me in the middle of the book, so if you're like me, I would advise either skimming or even skipping pages 320-322

Would have given a higher rating but main female character, Lou, just genuinely annoyed me lol...maybe I'm just similar to the other main character Will in personality 
In the end, I thought it an interesting story presenting such a deep social but personal dilemma, stressing the importance of choice and agency. It was a surprisingly inspiring story that, in a relatively stressful point in my life, has reminded me of my love of just doing things in life that make me happy, and especially inspiring me to plan my next holiday!!!
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