by Julie Kagawa
First published 2022
Shinji Takahashi's parents vanish without a trace. Guided by a mysterious amulet, he journeys into the heart of the Amazon rainforest, where he discovers a hidden world of magic and danger. Pursued by a powerful warlord, Shinji must unlock the secrets of his family's past and the legendary Coatl - a shape-shifting serpent god - to rescue his loved ones and prevent an ancient evil from destroying the world.
Genres: adventure, mystery, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family
Setting: Amazon Rainforest
320 pages · Hardcover · Disney-Hyperion