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As fourteen-year-old Cassidy Chan prepares for the Wing Chun tournament in Hong Kong, to hopefully become one of the chosen four, she finds that her destiny as a warrior princess is not always the easiest path to follow.
Quick Summary
If you've ever dreamed of being a warrior princess who can kick butt and solve family drama at the same time, In Gold and Jade will grab you from the first page. Fourteen-year-old Cassidy Chan trains for a high-stakes Wing Chun tournament in Hong Kong, hoping to become one of the chosen four, and the story mixes fast-paced fight scenes with funny, sometimes awkward teenage moments that make her feel like a real kid, not just a legend. Parents will be glad to know the action is exciting without being overly violent, and the book weaves in Chinese history and tradition in a way that feels like a bonus lesson rather than a lecture. The novel's length (around 44,000 words) gives plenty of room for character growth, and the quick pacing keeps even reluctant readers turning pages. If you liked Mulan's blend of family duty and martial arts or the destiny-driven adventures in Percy Jackson, you'll find a lot to love here.