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This new book, coauthored by palliative care physician Dr. BJ Miller and writer/editor Shoshana Berger, seeks to be a comprehensive guide to help patients and their families prepare for, cope with, and better understand living with a serious illness. The authors accomplish this daunting goal with a blend of clear communication, thorough sourcing/research, honesty, real stories, humor, and personal reflection. The authors provide a practical guide on a variety of topics related to death and dying, including general preparedness, coping with a new diagnosis, navigating the complexities of the American health care system, treating symptoms, building a patient-centered care plan, and exploring the challenges faced by bereaved friends and family. Each of these sections is further organized into chapters that focus on one aspect of this intimidating process. The authors address both practical topics (eg, how to arrange …