After discovering Will's plan, Lou organizes a series of adventures—from horse races to a tropical vacation—to prove to him that life is still worth living.

The story, written by Jojo Moyes , explores the "gray areas" of life where there are no easy answers. It has faced significant criticism from disability rights activists who argue the narrative suggests a life with a disability is not worth living.

Having once lived a life of extreme sports and global travel, Will is now deeply depressed and has given his parents six months before he plans to end his life via assisted suicide at Dignitas in Switzerland .

Although the two fall deeply in love, Will ultimately chooses to go through with his decision, believing he cannot live the "diminished" life his condition requires. Themes & Controversy