The Jade Bones
The Jade Bones by Lani Forbes is an unabridged edition published by Blackstone Publishing in 2021, featuring 306 pages in English. This sequel to The Seventh Sun follows four young individuals as they confront a looming apocalypse, navigating a perilous journey through the underworld. Mayana and Ahkin face formidable challenges, including blood rivers and demons, as they strive to reclaim their rightful place in the Chicome Empire. With Mayana’s control over water and Ahkin’s mastery of sunlight, they are equipped with unique powers, but an ominous warning from the Mother goddess raises questions about trust and survival.
Readers will encounter a rich tapestry of action and adventure, intertwined with themes of coming of age and diversity. As Mayana’s best friend, Yemania, grapples with her new role as High Healer under the new empress, she finds herself torn between duty and her feelings for Ochix, a member of the Miquitz people. The narrative explores forbidden romance and the complexities of loyalty amidst political intrigue, all grounded in ancient Mesoamerican legends and mythology. This edition invites readers into a world where personal stakes and epic challenges collide, culminating in a heart-stopping climax.
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Four young people risk their lives to save the world from a looming apocalypse in this captivating sequel to The Seventh Sun.
Cast into the underworld after an act of shattering betrayal, Mayana and Ahkin must overcome unimaginable odds if they are to return home and reclaim the throne of the Chicome. A river of blood and demons disguised as children are only two of the challenges standing in their way. Fortunately, they are not unequipped. Mayana’s royal blood controls the power of water, and Prince Ahkin wields the power of the sun itself. Ometeotl, the Mother goddess, provides them with other gifts–and an ominous warning that one of them may not survive. But can the goddess be trusted?
Back in the lands above, Mayana’s best friend, Yemania, has survived the empress selection ritual–but her next challenge may be more than she can bear. The new empress of the Chicome Empire demands she become High Healer. Yemania has no interest in serving in the palace; she wants to use her healing ability to help the common people. More than that, her heart is no longer her own. She has met an enchanting stranger–Ochix, one of the feared Miquitz people who are ancient enemies of the Chicome.
As Mayana and Ahkin move ever closer to confronting the lords of the dead, Yemania and Ochix must hide their forbidden romance or face the wrath of both their empires. Meanwhile, the new empress has made a dangerous alliance that might destroy everything they hold dear.
Based on ancient Mesoamerican legends and mythology, The Jade Bones is a compelling and romantic adventure that builds to a heart-stopping climax.
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