A Modern Day Red
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Werewolves. Boybands. High school. Ex-boyfriend. Alex Carter has the whole package to pain, anger, betrayal, and love. But somenoe just uncovered a secret that will change her life forever. Will she choose to accept it, or will she ingnore her destiny?
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