Me Before You
Louisa "Lou" Clark, an optimistic and quirky young woman, finds herself jobless and struggling to make ends meet for her family. She takes on a challenging role as a caregiver for Will Traynor, a wealthy, cynical, and once-adventurous young man who was left a quadriplegic after a devastating accident two years prior. Initially, Will is bitter, withdrawn, and unresponsive to Lou's cheerful demeanor and attempts to brighten his spirits. However, as they spend more time together, Lou slowly chips away at his guarded exterior, and they begin to form an unlikely bond, sharing jokes and opening up to each other. Lou soon discovers that Will has made a pact with his parents to allow him six more months before he travels to Dignitas in Switzerland for an assisted suicide. Determined to change his mind, Lou dedicates herself to showing Will that life is still worth living, planning a series of adventures and experiences for them, including a romantic trip. Despite their growing love and the joy they find in each other's company, Will ultimately holds firm to his decision, explaining that he cannot bear to live a life he considers half-lived and does not want her to be tied down by his condition. Heartbroken but respecting his autonomy, Lou accompanies Will and his parents to Switzerland. After his death, Lou receives a letter Will had written for her, along with a substantial inheritance, urging her to "live boldly" and pursue her dreams, which she begins to do by exploring Paris, a place they had planned to visit together.