Gods of Jade and Shadow

A forgotten Mayan god. A young woman longing for freedom. An extraordinary journey through 1920s Mexico.

Casiopea Tun dreams of escaping her small town in southern Mexico and the controlling family that has kept her trapped in a life she never chose.

Then she discovers a mysterious wooden box in her wealthy grandfather’s room—and accidentally frees Hun-Kamé, the Mayan god of death.

Betrayed by his brother and stripped of his throne, Hun-Kamé needs Casiopea’s help to reclaim his power. Bound together by fate, the unlikely pair embark on a dangerous journey across Mexico, from the jungles of Yucatán to the dazzling streets of Mexico City and deep into the Mayan underworld.

Along the way, Casiopea encounters gods, demons, magic, and impossible choices as she discovers that claiming the life she wants may require more courage than she ever imagined.

Gods of Jade and Shadow is a lush, atmospheric historical fantasy inspired by Mexican folklore and Mayan mythology, blending adventure, magic, romance, and a young woman’s determination to forge her own destiny.

Perfect for readers who love: Mexican folklore, Mayan mythology, historical fantasy, magical journeys, gods and mortals, strong female protagonists, slow-burn romance, and richly atmospheric storytelling.

Author: Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Genre: Historical Fantasy / Mythology / Magical Realism
Setting: Mexico, 1920s
Format: Paperback
Pages: 384
EAN/ISBN: 9780525620778

Recognition: Nebula Award finalist and named a Best Book of the Year by NPR, the New York Public Library, Book Riot, and others.