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Ongoing, First published Jun 12, 2013
"How do you choose from three kinds of perfect?"

*   *   *   *   *

Most people know me as the smartest girl in school but my real name is Sara Preston. 

My life changed when I wore a dress with more sparkle than a disco ball 

The football captain who was my childhood best friend.
An Honors student with the most amazing blue eyes and a British accent.
My childhood nemesis who could disarm a nuclear bomb with his smile.

How do you choose from three kinds of perfect?

You just can't.


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