Two Serpents Rise

Reach for this book when your teenager is struggling with the weight of family legacy versus personal ethics. It is an ideal choice for the high schooler who feels caught between their parents' traditional values and their own modern career aspirations. Set in a secondary world inspired by Aztec mythology and corporate noir, the story follows Caleb, a risk manager who must stop a water crisis while his own father is the primary suspect. It explores themes of radicalization, systemic corruption, and the courage it takes to define oneself outside of a father's shadow. Due to its complex world-building and mature themes regarding religion and corporate ethics, it is best suited for readers aged 14 and up who enjoy high-stakes fantasy with philosophical depth.