Gods of Jade and Shadow

Name: Gods of Jade and Shadow
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Author: Silvia Moreno-Garcia
ISBN: 9780525620778

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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A maid frees a death god and travels through Mexico in this folklore-inspired fantasy.

The narrative centers on Casiopea Tun, who cleans floors for her grandfather while dreaming of independence. Finding a wooden box releases the Mayan god of death, who needs help recovering his throne from a rival sibling. Failure results in her death, but success grants her wishes. She accompanies the strange deity on a cross-country trip. They move from southern Mexico to the capital and descend into the underworld. The plot relies on her wits and their partnership. Moreno-Garcia uses Maya mythology as the foundation for this adventure. The story examines duty and desire through a supernatural lens.

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Literary Context

The novel is set during the Jazz Age in southern Mexico, specifically referencing the Yucatán region and Mexico City. It draws directly from Maya mythology and Mexican folklore to construct its world. The story integrates these cultural elements into a modern fantasy framework for contemporary readers.

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🏛 Del Rey Books 📅 2020 🌐 English 📔 Paperback 📐 Book ISBN: 9780525620778

📝 Description: Gods of Jade and Shadow

Silvia Moreno-Garcia writes a fantasy novel rooted in Mexican folklore and Maya mythology. The story follows Casiopea Tun, a young woman working as a maid for her wealthy grandfather in southern Mexico during the Jazz Age. She dreams of escaping her dusty town for a life of her own. Her circumstances change when she discovers a wooden box in her grandfather’s room. Opening it releases the spirit of the Mayan god of death. He asks for her assistance in reclaiming his throne from his treacherous brother. Refusal means death, while success offers her desired future. Casiopea travels with this alluring deity across Mexico. Their path leads from the Yucatán jungles to the vibrant streets of Mexico City and into the Mayan underworld. The narrative blends historical setting with supernatural elements. Moreno-Garcia draws on specific cultural traditions to create a unique fairy tale. This book suits readers who enjoy character-driven adventures mixed with mythological lore. It may not appeal to those seeking fast-paced action or traditional romance plots without magical stakes.