When Breath Becomes Air

3 authors, 3 very different experiences.

The foreword is a mess and doesn't add much. The writing is overly flowery and feels like it's trying to be profound without much to say.

The main part of the book is interesting and occasionally poignant, but it's pretentious. It wasn't really my taste, but there's definitely something of value there.

The final part, by his wife, is the best-written. It's frank about the experience of watching her husband's final days and shows how she came to terms with their life together. It's a strong ending that gives more context to the rest and ultimately made me round this 3.5 star book up to 4 instead of down to 3.