Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia is a historical fantasy novel set in 1920s Mexico, blending Mayan mythology with a dark fairytale structure. It follows , a young woman living as a servant in her grandfather’s house, who accidentally frees Hun-Kamé , a Mayan god of death. Plot Summary
The journey spans the jungles of Yucatán, the bright lights of Mexico City, and the US border, all while navigating the supernatural dangers of the Jazz Age . Key Themes & Analysis Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
A bone shard from the chest lodges in Casiopea’s hand, binding her life force to the god. To survive and gain her freedom, she must help Hun-Kamé travel across Mexico to recover his missing body parts and reclaim his throne in Xibalba , the Mayan underworld. Key Themes & Analysis A bone shard from