My Girl
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When Amelia Jones lands her dream job as the social media manager for the Lionesses, she's ready to grow their online presence and connect the team with the public. What she isn't prepared for is the growing connection she feels with the team's charismatic captain.
As Amelia steps into a world of elite sports, unexpected friendships, and behind-the-scenes pressure, she finds herself juggling more than just media campaigns.
New job. New team. New feelings.
Follow Amelia as she discovers that some connections can't be planned...no matter how good your content calendar is.
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