Before I Fall is a book by popular YA author, Lauren Oliver. The story takes place in Thomas Jefferson High School in the main character’s hometown of Ridgeview. The main character, Samantha Kingston, appears to have everything- looks, popularity and even the perfect boyfriend. However, her life takes a tragic twist when on Friday, February 12th, she gets in a car accident that kills her.  Have you ever wondered what happens when we die? Have you ever wondered why we live?

Well in Sam’s case, she wakes up the morning after her death only to discover she’s caught in time. Confused, Sam must relive the last day of her life over and over until she figures out how and why she has died. In the days that follow,  she discovers things about her friends that were never explained to her during her life.  Over time, Sam learns to appreciate the many wonderful things she had in her life teaching the reader to question what is important if life.  Through Sam, we are reminded how quickly we can lose what matters most.


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