# Review: Lieke Marsman’s Astonishing Memoir of Terminal Illness

The Guardian reviews Lieke Marsman’s memoir “On Another Planet They Can Save Me,” described as an astonishing account of terminal illness. The book offers a literary perspective on illness and mortality, drawing attention to Marsman’s work as a poet and writer.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

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- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/books/2026/oct/21/on-another-planet-they-can-save-me-by-lieke-marsman-review-an-astonishing-memoir-of-terminal-illness) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 06:00:04 GMT