What if you had to relive the last day of your life—over and over again?
In Before I Fall, bestselling author Lauren Oliver delivers a gripping, emotionally resonant story about regret, redemption, and second chances. Samantha Kingston is a popular high school senior with everything going for her—until she dies in a car accident. But death isn’t the end. Sam wakes up the next morning and finds herself reliving the same day again. And again. And again.
 
As she repeats February 12th, Sam begins to unravel the hidden lives of those around her and confront the painful truths of her own actions. With each repetition, she questions what matters, who she really is, and whether it’s ever too late to change your fate—or someone else’s.
 
Part Groundhog Day, part Thirteen Reasons Why, Before I Fall is a beautifully written, thought-provoking exploration of time, memory, and the ripple effects of our choices.
 
❤️ Why You’ll Love It
⏳ Time Loop Concept: A fresh twist on the coming-of-age novel with a blend of mystery and the supernatural.
💬 Emotionally Complex: Explores bullying, friendship, grief, and identity with nuance and heart.
🧠 Character Transformation: Watch Sam evolve from self-absorbed teen to someone more self-aware and compassionate.
🎬 Film Adaptation: Adapted into a 2017 movie starring Zoey Deutch—perfect for a read-then-watch experience.
✍️ Poetic, Accessible Writing: Lauren Oliver’s lyrical prose makes this YA novel resonate with readers of all ages.
 
🎯 Perfect For
Teen and adult readers who enjoy character-driven YA fiction
Fans of supernatural realism and time-loop narratives
Book clubs seeking stories with strong moral and emotional themes
Readers who enjoyed If I Stay, The Lovely Bones, or Thirteen Reasons Why
 
📚 Fans of Before I Fall may also like:
Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher
The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold
They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera
We Were Liars by E. Lockhart
Midnight Library by Matt Haig
Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon
All the Bright Places by Jennifer Niven