This is an AU (alternate universe) fic, so some of the characters back grounds are a bit different, some characters have been living in the bay a lot longer and some characters have a different age.

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INTRODUCTION

Martha 'Mac' MacKenzie (21) – Goes by the name Mac. Martha moved to Summer Bay when she was 14; to live with her biological grandfather Alf Stewart, after her adopted mother died. She instantly became best friends with Kit Hunter (who had recently lost her father). The two girls also share a birthday. During their high school years the two girls run amuck and rebelled together; getting into all sorts of trouble with cops and townsfolk. Had a dislike towards Jack since his first day at Summer Bay high.

When Martha was nineteen, her adopted father (who was still back at the farm with her brothers) had stroke and became very ill. Deciding that her adopted family needed as much help as they could get, she rushed back to their sides. It's now been two years since she left Summer Bay, and now she's back.

Jack Holden (23) – Moved to Summer Bay with his father and younger brother when he was 17. His mother was killed when he was just 6 years old. Instantly became best friends with Kim Hyde. When he finished school, he trained to become a cop, and is now working as a 'Constable" at Yabbie Creek Police Station. He is now living with Kim and Kit.

Katherine 'Kit' Hunter (21) – Lost her father at the age if 14. Martha came to town and they became best friends. Both of them had been through a lot, and they helped each other with their grief. She got into all sorts of trouble when she was teenager, but has calmed down a bit now. Her number one enemy all through high school was Kim Hyde; but they eventually fell in love and are now engaged to be married. NOTE: Kit doesn't have an alcohol problem in this fic.

Kimberly 'Kim' Hyde (23) – Lived in Summer Bay his whole life, and is the son of Local principle; Barry Hyde. His mother died when he was only a baby. His father has been married to Irene Roberts for the last 10 years. Best friend is Jack Holden. His one time enemy was Kit Hunter, but a year and a half ago, he fell in love with her and the two are now engaged to be married. Living with Jack and Kit in a pad; overlooking the beach.

Robbie and Tasha Hunter (19) – High school sweethearts. Married at the age of 18, and have been married for a year now.

Beth and Tony Holden – Have been married for 6 months. Alf Stewart – Living with grandson Ric in apartment above the diner.

Ric Dalby (18) – Lives with Alf. Dating Cassie. Cassie Turner (17) – Lives with foster parents Sally and Flynn, and foster sister; Pippa. Lucas Holden (17) & Matilda Hunter (16) – Living with Beth and Tony.

Okay, so there's a bit of a run down on each of the characters. Hope you enjoy. Oh and each chapter title is going to be the name of a song.