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Ungodly Chaos
By Selma Soren
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About The Book
An action-packed contemporary fantasy for fans of Rick Riordan and Legendborn following a heartbroken girl who accidentally discovers her ex-boyfriend is the descendant of the Egyptian god of chaos and in danger from a deadly plot.
Amira Shah is having a perfectly good, perfectly normal year—until her boyfriend (and hottest boy in school) Kaidan Jaziri breaks up with her on her seventeenth birthday. But Amira is never one to let things go, and after overhearing Kaidan loudly arguing with someone in town, she follows him, only to fall through a portal to the underworld, also known as Duat.
There, she learns the chaotic ex-boyfriend who would endlessly rope her into trouble inherited his impulsive nature from his ancestor Apep, the god of chaos.
Kaidan is intent on solving a spree of murders happening in the human realm. Someone is killing other descendants—and if Kaidan isn’t careful, he might be next. Feeling a mystical pull to Kaidan and the underworld, Amira insists on helping solve the mystery.
Together with Kaidan’s rival and descendent of the sun god, Zain Neilos, they uncover secrets behind Amira’s mysterious connection to the Egyptian pantheon and pursue the clever killer who may have been hiding among them all along.
Amira Shah is having a perfectly good, perfectly normal year—until her boyfriend (and hottest boy in school) Kaidan Jaziri breaks up with her on her seventeenth birthday. But Amira is never one to let things go, and after overhearing Kaidan loudly arguing with someone in town, she follows him, only to fall through a portal to the underworld, also known as Duat.
There, she learns the chaotic ex-boyfriend who would endlessly rope her into trouble inherited his impulsive nature from his ancestor Apep, the god of chaos.
Kaidan is intent on solving a spree of murders happening in the human realm. Someone is killing other descendants—and if Kaidan isn’t careful, he might be next. Feeling a mystical pull to Kaidan and the underworld, Amira insists on helping solve the mystery.
Together with Kaidan’s rival and descendent of the sun god, Zain Neilos, they uncover secrets behind Amira’s mysterious connection to the Egyptian pantheon and pursue the clever killer who may have been hiding among them all along.
About The Author
Photograph (c) Latifa Bounou
Selma Soren is a Chicagoland-based author of young adult fiction that celebrates snarky teens, science, and sisterhood. She holds a degree in molecular and cellular neuroscience and claims an unofficial degree in sarcasm. When not writing, she enjoys exploring antique stores and coffee shops—still searching for the perfect blend of both.
Product Details
- Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books (February 17, 2026)
- Length: 320 pages
- ISBN13: 9781665974110
- Grades: 9 and up
- Ages: 14 - 99
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Raves and Reviews
"An action-packed, mythology-infused fantasy that’s equal parts chaos, heart, and reclamation."
– Kirkus Reviews
"Soren’s debut provides a unique spin on Egyptian gods, their descendants, and the challenges they face with their dual heritage...Sure to appeal to readers who enjoy ancient cultural mythology mixed with contemporary mystery and requited romance."
– Booklist, January 2026
"Action-packed and a lot of fun for readers seeking an entertaining supernatural murder mystery."
– School Library Journal, 1/16/26
“Ancient Egyptian mythology and the modern world collide in this fun, witty, and fast-paced adventure ride. It’s murder mystery, urban fantasy, and romance all rolled into one!”
– Michelle Jabès Corpora, NYT bestselling author of The Throne of Khetara series
"Riveting Egyptian mythology, an absorbing mystery, and a perfectly witty romance. Ungodly Chaos will enthrall readers looking for a fantasy with chaos in its bones and prophecy in its heart."
– Kika Hatzopoulou, bestselling author of Threads That Bind
Awards and Honors
- Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
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