Review: Me Before You

Me Before You by Jojo Moyes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a great book but having finished it a few minutes ago I can't help but feel pissed. Nicely written and with great characters. I admire Will's determination to decide for himself, frustrated at not being able to do anything else by himself. I adore Louisa's uniqueness and her perseverance. For Louisa's family I can say nothing good. They're all deeply selfish and care too much about money. They treat Louisa like trash and she doesn't deserve it, which had me cussing at them half the book. I would've liked reading from Will's POV, I think that would've helped me understand his character in a way I couldn't bring myself to by reading about him as everyone saw him. I like how this is not focused on the love story aspect but more on a developing friendship between Lou and Will. I need to talk about the ending though. I was so damned pissed. I understand the reasons behind the decision that was taken and I can see why it was made but by my life I can't understand giving the other option a chance. It would've only been a bloody opportunity not a certain future. Apart from that, I do understand and I can see why the choice had to be made. The constant topic of living throughout the book was heartwarming, it was nice to see Louisa grow and learn to live without fear. I think it was amazing the way Will and Louisa changed each others' lives in the course of 6 months. Anyone can presume to teach you how to live but you won't do it unless you learn for yourself.
4.5/5 stars

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