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A review by boba_n_books
Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Moreno-Garcia sure is the master of slow burn stories! Though I am not well-versed in Mayan mythology, I still thoroughly enjoyed this book and learned quite a bit about Mayan mythology along the way. The concept and imagery of Xibalba was probably my favorite part. Moreno-Garcia is so good at crafting an atmosphere and pulling her readers in and not letting them go until the last page. I enjoyed this book a lot - the relationship between Casiopeia and Hun-Kamé and the dynamic between Casiopeia and her terrible cousin, Martín, were some other notable parts of the reading experience.
I recommend this book if you enjoy any type of mythology and adventure as well as fully immersive and atmospheric writing.
I recommend this book if you enjoy any type of mythology and adventure as well as fully immersive and atmospheric writing.
Graphic: Emotional abuse and Physical abuse
Moderate: Suicide, Death, and Blood