Timer: Season 1, Episode 1 (Timer: Gripping Sci-Fi Thrillers)

Revolutionary books from award-winning author Marc Horn, described by the BBC as a 'High-concept and compelling sci-fi series, reminiscent of past hits such as "Logan's Run".'

The three blood-red numbers suddenly branded on our chests has given us incredible insight.
We now know how long each of us will live.
Before this phenomenon, we had no way of knowing if most actions and decisions might affect our life-expectancy.
Now we have instant feedback.
Starting a relationship? Better check your timer - you might pay the ultimate price.
Welcome to a world of paranoia, mistrust and uncertainty, to the darker side of humanity.

Episode 1 (10,000 words, approx 1 hour read):

Keely and Connor are both at a low point when they meet. Literally too - it's written on them. But their unlikely alliance offers a welcome escape, until a ruthless killer emerges with a bizarre M.O that makes them prime targets: his victims have soon-to-expire timers.

D.I Stewart has no leads on this elusive serial killer, until a terrified scientist suggests a connection between the victims and the creation of the cataclysmic timer. And the 001 on his chest convinces him he's the next victim.

Warning: This series is intended for mature audiences. It has dark content, with disturbing scenes and bad language. It uses a UK - English dictionary.