The Abyss of You
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Lea is confused.
Like most 25-year-olds, she's got a lot of things to figure out.
The past few months have been pretty rocky. She's been doing her best to get her life back on track. But coming back from a depression, moving out, kick-starting her career as an event planner, and meeting an amazing guy might be a little too much for her to deal with.
Throw in anxiety into the mix and something might just send her on a downward spiral. She's going to have to overcome her fears and thrust herself into this whirlwind of a situation.
Adam just moved to Montreal.
Of course, he jumped in with both feet at the prospect of a new adventure. But this move isn't as easy as expected. It's going to take a little bit of effort to make the most of it. Especially when he meets Lea, a kindred soul on her path to self-discovery. He will try to help her navigate the unexplored waters that lay ahead.
A new job, new city, new friends, new girl... It sure won't be smooth sailing throughout.
When these two souls strike, there's no way to tell if things will ignite or implode.
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