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The Lord of the Underworld

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The Lord of the Underworld is the second novel in The Jade Necklace trilogy by Belizean author and illustrator Ian Gibson. A fantasy-adventure inspired by Maya mythology, the story follows Itzel as she ventures deeper into the forbidden forests of Xibalba while continuing her search for her missing grandmother. As the Dead Queen’s spies close in and a mysterious Thousand-Eyed witch watches from the shadows, Itzel must confront new dangers and uncover the secrets hidden within the Maya underworld.

The Lord of the Underworld is the second novel in The Jade Necklace trilogy by Belizean author and illustrator Ian Gibson. A fantasy-adventure inspired by Maya mythology, the story follows Itzel as she ventures deeper into the forbidden forests of Xibalba while continuing her search for her missing grandmother. As the Dead Queen’s spies close in and a mysterious Thousand-Eyed witch watches from the shadows, Itzel must confront new dangers and uncover the secrets hidden within the Maya underworld.

The Lord of the Underworld
Book Two of The Jade Necklace
Author: Ian Gibson

Paperback: 302 pages
First Edition: July 2026
ISBN: 978-976-8161-918

Lured into the forbidden forest by the mysterious Thousand Eyes, Itzel is determined to follow her grandmother’s trail, no matter how dangerous the path ahead becomes. But in the darkest reaches of Xibalba, something is watching her.

Inspired by the rich mythology of the Maya, The Lord of the Underworld is the second book of The Jade Necklace, continuing Itzel’s adventure through the Underworld of Xibalba as she searches for her missing grandmother and tries to bring her home. With the Dead Queen’s spies closing in and her magical coati companion trapped in a wakeless sleep, Itzel must venture into a forbidden forest where ancient secrets and dangerous spirits await. Meanwhile, others are still seeking her jade necklace, hoping to use its power to resurrect the sinister God of Death and restore Xibalba to its darker days. Gibson crafted this novel with Belizean pre-teens in mind, continuing his aim to fill a gap in literature for readers aged 10 to 14. Drawing on Maya mythology, Belizean folklore, and the landscapes and cultural heritage of the country where he was born and raised, the book offers an immersive adventure for readers of all ages.