Me Before You

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Me Before You
Me Before You
AuthorJojo Moyes
CountryUnited Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
GenreRomance, Drama
PublisherMichael Joseph
Publication date
5 January 2012
Media typePrint (hardcover, paperback), e-book, audiobook
Pages480
ISBN978-0-7181-0087-5

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Followed byAfter You 


Me Before You is a romance novel written by Jojo Moyes. It was first published on 5 January 2012 in the United Kingdom by Michael Joseph. The book reached international acclaim and was later adapted into a film in 2016.

Plot[edit | edit source]

The story follows Louisa Clark, a young woman who becomes a caregiver for Will Traynor, a wealthy banker who is quadriplegic following a motorcycle accident. The novel explores themes of love, loss, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding assisted suicide.

Characters[edit | edit source]

  • Louisa Clark - The protagonist, a quirky and optimistic young woman who becomes Will's caregiver.
  • Will Traynor - A successful banker who becomes quadriplegic after an accident.
  • Camilla Traynor - Will's mother, who hires Louisa to care for her son.
  • Steven Traynor - Will's father.
  • Patrick - Louisa's boyfriend, a personal trainer.
  • Katrina Clark - Louisa's sister, often called Treena.

Themes[edit | edit source]

The novel delves into several significant themes:

  • Love and Relationships - The evolving relationship between Louisa and Will is central to the narrative.
  • Disability and Quality of Life - The book addresses the challenges faced by individuals with severe disabilities.
  • Ethical Dilemmas - The story raises questions about the morality of assisted suicide.

Reception[edit | edit source]

Me Before You received positive reviews for its emotional depth and character development. It became a bestseller in multiple countries and was praised for its sensitive handling of complex issues.

Adaptations[edit | edit source]

The novel was adapted into a film released in 2016, starring Emilia Clarke as Louisa Clark and Sam Claflin as Will Traynor. The film was directed by Thea Sharrock and received mixed to positive reviews.

Sequels[edit | edit source]

Jojo Moyes wrote two sequels to Me Before You:

See also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

External links[edit | edit source]

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD