Reviews

If I Should Lose You by Natasha Lester

renee_conoulty's review against another edition

5.0

If I Could Lose You was not a book I devoured in one sitting, it was a novel that I nibbled on, savouring each mouthful. Natasha's writing style is beautifully descriptive and engaging without being overwritten. Told from the point of view of a nurse, the story tackled life and death in that slightly detached way that those in the medical profession develop in order to cope. It was emotionally engaging and thought provoking, but not in an exhausting rollercoaster way. I loved the way Natasha wove together tales of past and present, art and medicine, love and loss. The novel discussed organ transplants from the perspective of the surgical team, the donor and their family, and the recipient and their family, prompting me to have a discussion with my husband about organ donation.

This is the first book I've read by Natasha Lester and I'm looking forward to reading more.

kez91's review against another edition

5.0

4.5 Another beautifully written book from Natasha Lester, this one dealing with the complexities of organ donation, heart surgery, and of course, the heart. Love, loss, grief, all are explored so eloquently and presented in such a raw, vulnerable way. I really liked how Camille's story is interwoven with that of her mother Alix through exhibition notes as Camille curates the artworks both her father and Alix's lover created. It was also interesting the way the process of heart surgery and organ transplants were explored.

Now I've read all of Natasha's previous works and am eagerly awaiting her next novel!