The Countdown
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Last published Fri, May 2, 2014
This is a new world. There is no "falling" in love because the government chooses that for you when you are born. You are implanted with a countdown bracelet that counts down to the time and place you will meet your soul mate. Cathryn and Matthew are intended to be soul mates but when Cathryn meets "bad boy" Liam and develops a liking to him, she must choose who to be with.. The one she loves or the one that she needs? Find out in The Countdown
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