Stepping Stones
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Being raised by a single mother, Mia Landon always did exactly what she was told. With the tragic passing of her father came financial burdens which put Mia's dreams of being a Hanson University alumna in jeopardy. Ignoring the boys and keeping her head in the books, Mia's hard work pays off when she's awarded a full scholarship to the infamous Hanson University. There she meets interesting new people that take her life for a spin. Her inner rebel shines, and her morals are put to the test as she discovers her sense of self. She endures the struggles of balancing life, love, and scandal while maintaining her academics. Everyday brings more challenges for Mia to endure, but what will it be that pushes her over the edge?
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