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'Sisterhood, sacrifice, and the golden age of women's soccer all wrapped up into one epic story' REESE WITHERSPOON
Mia and Cricket have always been close. The gifted daughters of a young single mother, they couldn't be more different. Responsible, academic Mia assumes the position of caregiver far too young, while…
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Feeling let down after World Cup 2026 has ended? Need a soccer fix? Beck Dorey-Stein's "Spectacular Things" keeps soccer fever going. In this fast-paced, emotional read you'll meet two sisters, Mia and Cricket, raised by a single mom, Liz, who has given up her dreams of soccer stardom and raised her daughters to be stars. With Olympic and World Cup dreams discarded and realized, the book takes you on a deep dive into childhood, varsity, travel, and professional soccer accompanied by all the angst inherent in becoming a super athlete. With relatable characters to root for and cry for, you're…
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