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This is an eye opening, thought provoking story filled with quite a few warnings. The dangers of food allergies go far beyond the lunchroom and people certainly need to be made aware. Combine those with temptations like drugs, alcohol and the desire to fit in, and something as harmless as swapping spit could turn deadly. Kissing shouldn't be life threatening but then again, it also shouldn't be something that's done casually either.

I liked that this story showed consequences, even if they were a result of a horrible accident. The family dynamic was a positive one and the subjects of grief and forgiveness are depicted in realistic ways.

Besides the food allergy awareness, I think this story also does a good job of showing the importance of knowing one's own worth. This is just a suggestion, but you really should know the person you're playing tonsil hockey with a little longer than a few minutes or a few days.

I definitely think this is a book many readers can benefit from.