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Worth Fighting for
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Laugh and swoon with the next book in Disney's Meant to Be collection by bestselling and award-winning author Jesse Q. Sutanto, whose novel Dial A For Aunties Emily Henry called "Utterly clever, deeply funny, and altogether charming."
Mulan's ready to get down to business. But when it comes to love, she hasn't got a clue.
As the right hand of her father's private equity company, Fa Mulan knows what it takes to succeed as a woman in a man's world: work twice as hard, be twice as smart, and burp twice as loud as any of the other finance bros she works with. So when her father unexpectedly falls ill in the middle of a critical acquisition, she is determined to see it through. There's just one hitch: the family company in question is known for its ultra masculine whiskey brand, and the brood of old-fashioned aunts, uncles, and cousins who run it--lead by the dedicated but overworked Shang--will only trust Mulan's father, Fa Zhou, with the future of their business.
Rather than fail the deal and her father, Mulan pretends she's Fa Zhou. Since they've only corresponded over email, how hard could it be to keep things moving in his absence?
But the email leads to a face-to-face meeting, which leads to an invitation to a week long retreat at Shang's family ranch. One meeting she can handle, but a whole week of cattle wrangling, axe-throwing, and learning proper butchering techniques, all while trying to convince Shang's dubious family that this young woman is the powerful private equity CEO they've been negotiating with? Not so much--especially as she finds it harder and harder to ignore the undeniable spark between her and Shang.
Can she keep her head in the game and make her father proud, all while trying not to fall into a trough, or in love with Shang?
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Book Details
ISBN:
9781368112802
EAN:
9781368112802
Binding:
Hardcover
Pages:
288
Authors:
Jesse Q Sutanto
Publisher:
Hyperion Avenue
Published Date: 2025-03-06
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Worth Fighting For is the fifth installment in the Meant to Be Series. This standalone, contemporary romance genre, modern Mulan retelling centers around family expectations, a slightly falsified identity, the bonds we create, and the truth of the heart.At first, I didn’t know what to think about a hedge fund version of Mulan going to prove herself on a ranch, but this book was so good. I legitimately stayed up all night reading Worth Fighting For. I can’t believe I’m saying this because one of my all-time favorite movies has already been retold via the Meant to Be series (and I’ve read it), but Worth Fighting For may be my new series favorite.
I really enjoyed this installment in the series. I always enjoy the references and Easter eggs to the original Disney story. I especially enjoyed having Shang's family in this retelling and getting to know Shang better. I LOVED the gender role reversal of the day to day tasks and seeing Mulan pretend to be a man in a man's world in a different setting. The book stayed true to her origin story as told by Disney but set in a modern setting that was relatable to readers today. I loved it. I loved the characters, I loved MUSHU most of all. Great storytelling and great writing, it was heartfelt and funny. I found myself laughing out loud at certain scenes.
This series continues to be one of my favorites!The "Meant to Be" series takes classic fairy tales and modernizes them with contributions from various romance authors. Every installment introduces readers to different cultures and writers. It's so rewarding!"Worth Fighting For" takes on "Mulan" and is written by Jesse Q. Sutano.Mulan is the devoted only daughter of a Chinese businessman. She feels like she's constantly making up for not being a boy, and then when her father falls ill, she goes to extremes to land an account for him.What follows is a humorous, poignant story that explores gender swap, familial obligations, and, of course, romance.Sutano avoids what could be a cliche'd retelling and instead modernizes the struggle many daughters in a variety of cultures feel when it comes to expectations. It also looks at both genders' attempts to meet goals they feel set for them by society. And the power of communication.A really great read.
This whole series is such a fun escape, especially for Disney fans! I was so excited to read this one because I love Jesse Q. Sutanto's humor in her Vera Wong series. Of all the Disney Princess stories, I would imagine that Mulan's would be the most challenging to adapt into a modern setting, but I love how it all came together! Mulan is trying to make it in the world of finance and must go in her father's place to save an important business deal when he is too ill. She has to show her abilities in various masculine endeavors to win over the family behind a whiskey company with a Marlboro Man-like image to uphold. Jesse Q. Sutanto does a great job painting a picture of the dynamics of both Chinese families and descriptions of delicious Chinese food. The romance was very sweet and the ending was satisfying.Thank you NetGalley and Hyperion Avenue for the opportunity to read and review this much-needed feel-good story!
4.25 starsWorth Fighting For is a great addition to the Meant to Be series with author Jesse Q. Sutanto delivering on a fantastic modern interpretation of Mulan.Readers who love the original movie will appreciate the way that Mushu is depicted, as Mulan’s best friend/cousin, and enjoy the subtle Easter eggs that pay homage to the film. Even if you haven’t watched the film, this book stands alone because of its wit, humor, and great storyline.If you’re looking for a funny, closed-door romance with a healthy amount of hijinks, this is the book for you!
