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From the Characters of the What Do You series comes a standalone short story about hope, happiness, and love.

Austin
I like to tag and run.
But lately, all my friends are finding love.
And I keep running, wondering if I ever will.
Then fall came, and I see my finish line.
But this time, I want to run in circles and make it last.
At least long enough for a next time.

Terra
I like to meet and leave.
Not worried about finding love.
Instead, I run away because love is a fool's word for deceit.
But I never expected him.
And this time, I don't think I will be able to walk away from the promise of a next time––with him.

67 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 3, 2020

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2,670 reviews181 followers
November 7, 2020
If you’ve read the What Do You? Series then you know Austin, friend of Claire, Cole and Liam, and have probably been dying for him to have his own story. If you haven’t read the series, then Austin will be a great introduction to the series and the characters.

I officially love Austin! He isn’t one for relationships or really being with the same woman more than once, however, the moment he runs into Terra there is something different. I love Terra, she isn’t afraid to say what’s on her mind, she is unfiltered. Like Austin, she isn’t one for relationships. But things quickly change when she meets Austin.

There is an instant connection between Terra and Austin. There is something that that neither of them has experienced with another person. Their chemistry is on fire and these two heat up the pages! I couldn’t get enough of these two and I loved every minute of their story.

This quick little novella is FREE everyone and a MUST READ!
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497 reviews47 followers
November 10, 2020
Awesome sweet addition to the series. Loved Austin in the other books and he lived up to everything I thought he would be.
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2,651 reviews6 followers
November 7, 2020
This quick and sweet read was pure perfection! Austin is everything I knew he was from the previous books and more. He runs track for his college, he is a player, he is best friends with the Raynolds triplets, and he thinks he will never settle down. The day he literally has a run in with Terra everything he has ever thought on commitment goes out the window and he is instantly memorized, and he just knew she was for him. Terra is skeptical of relationships having watched her parents go through a divorce, so she doesn’t think relationships are for her, she wants to keep her heart guarded. Terra and Austin are so attracted to each other and the pull is hard to fight so when Terra thinks will be a one and done Austin knows he can never let her go. “are you willing to let me show you the true meaning of right each day you spend with me?” “Heart Over Mind.” “Because every day, even if you fall deeply in love with me, I will always ask for another day.”
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Author 9 books402 followers
December 2, 2020
A quick Read

Austin, friend of The triplets in the WDY series. And in this short story we get his story. Even though it is a quick read it was still packed with emotion.

Austin isn’t into relationships, but the moment he meets Terra something changes. Terra is a spitfire and relationships aren’t her thing either.

There is an instant attraction between the two which is a new experience for them. Their connection was hot and amazing to read about.

If you haven’t read the author’s debut series, this a great way to get a glimpse of it and be introduced to the characters of the WDY series.
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645 reviews52 followers
December 9, 2020
K. Dosal McLendon is giving us Austin's story in a short story.
Austin is a side character from the What Do You series. He's not a relationship type of guy.
In this story, he meets Terra, who is also connected to the WDY characters but doesn't know Austin until they literally run into each other.
It's short and quick but it didn't take much to fall for these two.
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340 reviews75 followers
December 29, 2020
This book was exactly what I needed. I missed that world so much and Austin was always a character I was so intrigued by. He deserved HEA too.

Even though this book was short it’s sweet, and steamy. I loved it so much. Filled my heart with so much giddiness. I love the way they meet. Like dream—coffee shop.

It was special and I hope we get more of them in the future.
1,018 reviews13 followers
November 8, 2020
Austin was short to the point insta connection so hot! Loved Austin & Terra! Will there be more to their story???? If you have read K. Dosal Mclendon previous stories you would have had a glimpse into Austin story! Such a good series What Do You! A must read series!
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1,058 reviews20 followers
November 9, 2020
This short amazing, sweet and swoony story is a part of the 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘋𝘰 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴. It's 𝘢 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥-𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘺 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘩𝘰𝘱𝘦, 𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦 and the begging of Austin's and Terra's love story.
It may be short, but it gives you a glimpse of the unique writing style that makes Kassandra's books an unforgettable experience.
Austin is FREE on all platforms!
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361 reviews5 followers
November 11, 2020
This was a sweet and quick read. Wish it had been longer
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2,492 reviews134 followers
November 21, 2020
One of the things I love about bookstagram is discovering new authors, and after reading my first K. Dosal Mclendonbook I new I had found a new auto-read author.

From the Characters of the What Do You Series comes a standalone short story about hope, happiness, and love.
Austin
I like to tag and run.
But lately, all my friends are finding love.
And I keep running, wondering if I ever will.
Then fall came, and I see my finish line.
But this time, I want to run in circles and make it last.
At least long enough for a next time.
Terra
I like to meet and leave.
Not worried about finding love.
Instead, I run away because love is a fool's word for deceit.
But I never expected him.
And this time, I don’t think I will be able to walk away from the promise of a next time––with him.

Austin is a short and easy to read novella. If you’re familiar with this series this is a must read, and if you’re not this can be read as a standalone.
Since book one I loved Austin’s character and I loved this book, it was so sweet.
This great novella is Free, so go and download your copy.

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Author 10 books190 followers
November 11, 2020
“Because Austin may be the one who could make me believe anything was possible. The one who could plunge me deep into a frenzy without a way out, and all he had to do was smile.”

Why was this over so quickly? It’s totally not okay because I love Austin! I need to find where I can sign a petition so this boy gets a full novel. He deserves it, he’s been through so much and he is such a sweetheart!❤️

“Austin tasted like liquor. Wild and intoxicating.”

I loved the chemistry between Austin and Terra and how well they fit together. The anticipation and the desire was there Between them driving us readers crazy too.
And it was so nice to see Liam, Cole and Vanessa!
I just wish I could have seen Austin with Claire as well. But maybe next time!😉

“The thing is, Terra, you can change reality to however you want it to be.”
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453 reviews2 followers
November 16, 2020
This was a quick fun read. For someone who hasn't read the What Do You See series yet, it is a great way to get hooked in. Austin and Terra both do relationships, but Austin is willing to give it a chance to show Terra what is possible.
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914 reviews14 followers
November 21, 2020
Great quick sweet read.
Loved that both Austin and Terra changed to open their heart to the other.
A story of hope and love.
Just wish it was longer ❤️
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97 reviews4 followers
March 13, 2024
Such a cute short story. There's some really good lines and you can feel the angst and longing from the writing. Leaves you wanting more.
81 reviews
July 7, 2025
Cute

Cute little story to pass the time by while waiting on another book. Shorty stories usually don't go wrong. Good.
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767 reviews7 followers
December 12, 2020
I thought this was the perfect addition to the What Do You series. It definitely showed a different side to Austin and had me swooning fast! The attraction between Austin and Tessa was immediate and their chemistry was hot! Even though this was a short story I felt like we got just enough of them to be satisfied but I would definitely take more...you know if it were to happen lol
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313 reviews21 followers
January 20, 2021
An amazing introduction into the What Do You series! I love Austin. This book is utter perfection.
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Author 8 books162 followers
December 14, 2020
Austin

This was a super cute little story. It is a nice addition to the What do you series. Fantastic job K.
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