Lullaby

Explore a riveting tale of ethics and family dynamics with this compelling novel, where hope collides with the harsh realities of life and death. The gripping narrative revolves around Rene, who faces an agonizing decision regarding his twin brother Theo, lying in a hospital bed in a coma after a tragic accident. As Rene grapples with the implications of giving consent for an experimental procedure that holds the potential to revive his brother, the story delves into themes of love, loss, and moral dilemmas.

Richly layered and emotionally charged, this book invites readers into a world where every heartbeat echoes the urgency of choice, balancing the stark realities of modern medicine against the backdrop of a sibling's bond. With a beautifully haunting prose style, the author masterfully examines what it means to live and die, to hope and despair. It is not just a story about medical science; it's a deep reflection on the human condition that keeps readers contemplating long after the last page is turned.

With 208 pages of enthralling storytelling, this paperback book is a must-have for readers who appreciate nuanced narratives and literary depth. Join Rene on his profound journey of self-discovery and moral courage in this unforgettable novel.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781922182753
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: The Text Publishing Company
Pages: 208


Description:
I remember the machine by his bed. It made a sound like sighing. Numbers twitched, unable to settle. A jagged line sawed across the screen. At least it was something to look at. Something that wasn't him. They'd brushed his hair, as if he were already dead. A song came into my head, I couldn't chase it away. 'Girlfriend in a Coma'. I pretended to smile, pretended to be brave. 'Twin brother in a coma,' I mouthed, 'I know it's serious.' He would have laughed. He would have been better than me at this.
Rene's twin brother Theo lies unconscious in hospital after a freak accident left him with massively disrupted brain function. There is hope though. An experimental procedure-risky, scientifically exciting and ethically questionable-could allow him to gain a new life. But what life, and at what cost?
Only Rene can give the required consent. And now he must face that difficult decision.
But first there is the question of Rene's capacity to make that decision. And this is where the real story begins.


'Stunning and beguiling...This is superb fiction - thoughtful, clear, well-written and engrossing.'Sunday Star TimesonAugust
'An intense, intelligent novel.'ListeneronAugust


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