In the Mix

By Mandy Gonzalez

Part of the Fearless series

A young actor must choose between baking fame and Broadway dreams.

4.1/5 Goodreads · 21 ratings

224 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Twelve-year-old Hudson Patel juggles his love for Broadway and baking. When a baking contest offers a chance to shine in Times Square, Hudson faces a dilemma: can he balance his stage role with creating a culinary masterpiece? With time ticking away, he seeks guidance from his grandmother, who urges him to embrace his roots. Will Hudson discover the secret ingredient to success without sacrificing his passions? Dive into this tale of dreams, dilemmas, and delicious treats.

From the publisher

Better Nate than Ever meets Love Sugar Magic in this “delectable” (Kirkus Reviews) third novel in the Fearless middle grade series from Hamilton and Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez about a young thespian who feels caught between his love of baking and theatre. Twelve-year-old Hudson Patel has two great loves: Broadway and baking! In addition to giving his all to his role in the hit show Our Time, Hudson takes pride in keeping his castmates and fellow Fearless Squad members well-fed with all the delicious treats he creates. When the call comes in for a big baking show–with the winner receiving a spot at a kiosk in Times Square–the Squad encourages him to enter. They just know that kiosk should be his. But Hudson struggles to create a showstopper, and his friends realize if Hudson goes all-in with the baking, he may not have time to spare for his stage role. Hudson goes to his grandmother for help, and she suggests going back to his roots, to be proud of who he is, and to show that in his culinary creation. With time running out, can Hudson find the magical ingredient that will put him in the spotlight without having to choose between his passions?

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