The Surplus
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The Surplus population of the modern world are taken away each year - never to be seen again. Their fate is unknown as are the fates of those left behind. Those who are removed are chosen at random by the government.
When Samantha Johnson is counted in the Surplus only time will tell whether she lives or dies. Her life in the hands of the soldiers and officials who surround her.
Unless she can escape.
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