Right now, I'm reading Mulan by Elizabeth Rudnick. Here is a description of the book from Amazon.com, Curious and drawn to adventure, Mulan struggles to meet her village's traditional standards. After a disastrous visit with the Matchmaker, Mulan worries she will never be able to bring her family the honor they deserve. But when the Emperor decrees that one man from every family must join the army to face a dangerous threat to China, Mulan decides to disguise herself as a man take her father's place. Now Mulan must hide her secret as she trains alongside with fellow soldiers. With the enemy drawing nearer, will Mulan become the hero China needs?