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A review by smasson13
The In-Between: Unforgettable Encounters During Life's Final Moments by Hadley Vlahos
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
4.5
I purchased this book a while ago but didn't pick it up until a week after the passing of my cat, Finn. I knew this was what I needed to read and it has helped and comforted me greatly.
The book itself is broken into chapters, each character having their own. I often read just one story at a time, meaning that the book read quickly and had a fast pace, but I took my time reading it. The writing was clear, easy to follow, and didn't feel repetitive at all. I was moved and inspired, but it was also light enough that I wasn't bawling the whole way through.
I know the author has an accent and I'm not sure if that was what was coming through the writing, but some parts read a little awkwardly, but that may just be where I'm from!
I hope more people read this lovely book, and maybe it will offer some comfort.
The book itself is broken into chapters, each character having their own. I often read just one story at a time, meaning that the book read quickly and had a fast pace, but I took my time reading it. The writing was clear, easy to follow, and didn't feel repetitive at all. I was moved and inspired, but it was also light enough that I wasn't bawling the whole way through.
I know the author has an accent and I'm not sure if that was what was coming through the writing, but some parts read a little awkwardly, but that may just be where I'm from!
I hope more people read this lovely book, and maybe it will offer some comfort.
Graphic: Death, Drug use, and Death of parent
Moderate: Cancer, Chronic illness, Eating disorder, Terminal illness, Blood, Medical content, Dementia, Grief, Medical trauma, Pregnancy, Fire/Fire injury, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Car accident, Abortion, Suicide attempt, and Alcohol