Ixchel, Mayan Goddess of the Moon, is a spunky young goddess throwing
lightning bolts with her friends until she meets and falls in love with
the God of the Sun. Their tempestuous relationship leads to many
colorful adventures, including an elopement across the Milky Way, a
visit to the underworld, and a sojourn with the Vulture King. But can
the sun and the moon stay together? Are they two halves of a whole, or a
world apart? Does the rambunctious young goddess finally grow up -- and
where can you find her now? Told by Ixchel in the first person, this
lively book gives young readers a unique entry into the world of Mayan
mythology, and provides interesting cultural and historical context in a
nonfiction section illustrated with maps and photographs.