*Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.*

Though it is full of very difficult subject matter, After the End is an excellent book and I very much enjoyed reading it.

The utilization of a dual narrative and alternate history approach was incredibly well-conceived and lends itself to a very successful story. The writing felt natural, regardless of the point of view presented at the time. The primary characters of the parents were both very well done. However, the point of view of Leila (the doctor) seemed unnecessary to the story. She was still a well constructed character, but the inclusion of her individual chapters does not necessarily lend as much to the book, she does not feel as fully developed in the plot and instead detracts slightly.

Knowing that this narrative came from an actual life experience on the part of the author makes it even more powerful. The story is heartbreaking from either side and it created a lot of internal conversation with my own point of view on the matter.

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