Shinji Takahashi and the Mark of the Coatl

In Shinji Takahashi and the Mark of the Coatl, the first installment of a thrilling middle-grade adventure by Julie Kagawa, an ordinary homeschooled boy named Shinji discovers he possesses extraordinary potential when a magical guardian chooses him as its conduit. Captured by the nefarious Hightower Corporation, Shinji teams up with tech-savvy Lucy and her ingenious robot mouse, Tinker, to escape and seek help from the enigmatic Society of Explorers and Adventurers. As time runs short and danger looms, Shinji must embrace his unique powers to thwart the corporation's plans and restore balance to his life. This action-packed story weaves together high-tech elements, ancient legends, and a heartfelt journey of self-discovery.