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The powerful true story of a woman's decision to honour her suicidal husband's wish that he be allowed to die. Paul, a 43 year old linguist, had been suffering for years from ME and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome with complications, and had previously attempted suicide. When Jill agreed to his wish of not calling for assistance when he tried suicide again, she was arrested and faced 15 years in jail. But she was acquitted by a non guilty verdict.
Synopsis
Beautifully written, powerful and topical story of a woman's decision to honour her suicidal husband's wish that he be allowed to die.
