The international fundraising campaign has already enlisted the support of author Lee Child, Tess Gerritsen and Stuart MacBride.

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Based on the best-selling book One Shot from author Lee Childs, Reacher is supposed to be the kind of movie that Cruise excels in.

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Co-author Ellie Lee said the findings highlighted the need for more supportive services for young women who become pregnant.

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