Xolo (Graphic Novel)
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2025

Xolo (Graphic Novel)

Written by Donna Barba Higuera · Illustrated by Mariana Ruiz Johnson

A god's quest to reclaim humanity's bones reveals a forgotten twin's dark truth.

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224 pages· 530L
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In a daring quest to reclaim humanity's bones from the Underworld, the mighty Quetzalcoatl is joined by his enigmatic twin, Xolotl. Known as the god of lightning and death, Xolotl's true nature is shrouded in mystery. As the brothers navigate the perilous realms of gods and monsters, secrets unravel, challenging the very fabric of creation. What role does Xolotl truly play in this cosmic tale? Discover the untold story of a forgotten god and the origins of man—and man's best friend—in this captivating reimagining of an ancient Aztec myth.

From the publisher

It is said the mighty feathered serpent god, Quetzalcoatl, helped create the earth. He is the hero who stole back the bones of humanity from the evil god of the Underworld. In his quest to bring humans to the earth, Quetzalcoatl’s dog-headed twin brother, Xolotl, was present. Not much is known of Xolotl, the god of lightning, death, and misfortune. A monster. This is what really happened. From Newbery Medalist Donna Barba Higuera and illustrator Mariana Ruiz Johnson comes a singular reimagining of the Aztec myth of the origin of man–and man’s best friend–that is nothing short of a modern masterpiece.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
224
Reading age
7–10
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
530L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.5
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
November 4, 2025
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9781646147021

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