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Women of Good Fortune

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Publishing Details

Full Title:

Women of Good Fortune

Contributors:

By (Author) Sophie Wan

ISBN:

9781761153006

Publisher:

Ultimo Press

Imprint:

Ultimo Press

Publication Date:

6th March 2024

UK Publication Date:

4th July 2024

Country:

Australia

Classifications

Readership:

General

Genre:
Fiction/Non-fiction:

Fiction

Other Subjects:

Humorous fiction
Narrative theme: Identity / belonging

Physical Properties

Physical Format:

Paperback

Number of Pages:

352

Dimensions:

Width 154mm, Height 235mm, Spine 24mm

Weight:

382g

Description

Three women. One daring plan. A wedding heist to remember.

Lulu has always been taught that money is the ticket to a good life. So, when Shanghais most eligible bachelor surprises her with a proposal, the only acceptable answer is yes, even if the voice inside her head is saying no. His familys fortune would solve all her parents financial woes, but Lulu isnt in love or ready for marriage.

The only people she can confide in are her two best friends: career-minded Rina, who is tired of being passed over for promotion as her biological clock ticks away; and Jane, a sharp-tongued, luxury-chasing housewife desperate to divorce her husband and trade up. Each of them desires something different: freedom, time, beauty. None of them can get it without money.

Its not long before they realise that Lulus wedding is their golden opportunity. With Shanghais elite clamouring to attend, the cash gifts guests will bring will be more than enough to change the womens lives. To steal the money on the big day, all theyll need is a trustworthy crew and a brilliant plan. But as the plot grows increasingly complicated and relationships are caught in the crossfire, the women are forced to realise that having it all might come at a steep price

Set against a high-society Shanghai wedding, a heartfelt and funny novel about a reluctant bride, her two best friends, and the cunning plan that could change their fortunes forever.

PRAISE FORWOMEN OF GOOD FORTUNE

The novel stands out for its unexpected depth; Wan expertly delves into her protagonists emotional backstories and reveals their complexities. Suggesting that the womens desire for independence need not necessarily clash with the expectations of family and patriarchal society, she shows that friendships and self-worth are fortunes worth treasuring. Wan pulls this off without a hitch.Publishers Weekly

These criminal ladies are givingGood Girls...with a bit ofEmily In Parisglitz and glam. BuzzFeed

Joyous, indulgent, immensely clever. Grace D. Li, author of Portrait of a Thief

A glittering debut anddelightful romp. Carley Fortune, author of Meet Me at the Lake

I loved every second of this fun, fast-paced book with hilarious hijinks that begs the question: can women really ever have it all Colleen Oakley, author of The Mostly True Story of Tanner and Louise

With an incredibly entertaining cast, sharp insights into class and gender, and glamorous settings, this is a most delectable read. Kyla Zhao, author of The Fraud Squad

Author Bio

Sophie Wan cares deeply for her sourdough starter and eats too many brownies. Words and sunshine are her greatest joys. As a Bay Area native, she has no choice but to enjoy outdoor activities, but prefers those where her feet remain firmly on the ground. She currently lives in Philadelphia.Women of Good Fortuneis her first novel.

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