Gods of Jade and Shadow

This is a story told in dream logic, where you believe the impossible things that are right in front of you because to deny them would just waste everyone's time. The protagonist is unflinchingly practical, and learns to use her temper to her advantage. The antagonist is an embodiment of the petulant powerful who fear being laughed at, and find that that somehow justifies the disproportionate misery they inflict on others. The setting is a concentrated infusion of off-axis 1920s that seeps into every crevice of the narrative. Beautifully delivered.

The book is entertaining and easy enough to read. Has an interesting-to-follow plot

Wonderful characters. Who doesn't love some Mayan Death Gods! A fine adventure down a dark and adventurous road. Enjoyable and fun.

I’m sorry, I know the author doesn’t want this lumped in with YA books; but it reminds me of Rick Riordan.

Absorbing, fun and literally fabulous. I was convinced this was in translation but no, the author lives not far from where I live.