
Titles in This Set
The Dark Prophecy
The Hidden Oracle
The Burning Maze
The Hammer of Thor
The Sword of Summer
The Ship of the Dead
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789123683390
Publisher: Puffin
Overview
Rick Riordan, the mastermind behind Percy Jackson and the Olympians, brings two thrilling mythological sagas together in this six-book paperback collection. Blending Greek and Norse legend, the set follows Apollo, a god exiled from Olympus and forced into a gawky teenage body, as he battles monsters to reclaim his powers, alongside Magnus Chase, a homeless teen who discovers he's the son of a Norse god destined to prevent Ragnarok. Packed with humor, action, and clever mythology, these stories keep young readers hooked from page one, making this an ideal starter set for any fantasy-loving bookshelf or classroom library.
About the Books
This six-book collection unites two of Rick Riordan's most beloved mythological series into one paperback set. The Trials of Apollo strand opens with Apollo cast down from Olympus by an angry Zeus, stripped of his powers and trapped inside an awkward sixteen-year-old body. Across The Hidden Oracle, The Dark Prophecy, and The Burning Maze, Apollo journeys through dangerous labyrinths, confronts ancient oracles, and outwits monstrous emperors before earning his way back to Olympus. Riordan balances laugh-out-loud humor with genuine stakes, giving Apollo a humbling arc as he learns what it means to be mortal.
The Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard strand follows Magnus, a homeless teenager who discovers he's the son of a Norse god and is thrust into a quest across the Nine Worlds. In The Sword of Summer, The Hammer of Thor, and The Ship of the Dead, Magnus and his loyal friends chase Thor's missing hammer, race to stop Loki's rebellion, and work to delay Ragnarok itself. Riordan's wit shines throughout, paired with rich Norse mythology and a found-family cast readers root for from book one.
Together, these six stories showcase Riordan's gift for turning ancient myth into fast-paced, character-driven adventure. Themes of identity, courage, and unlikely heroism run through both series, while cliffhangers and twists keep pages turning. Whether readers start with Apollo's fall from grace or Magnus's rise as a hero, this collection delivers the humor, heart, and epic scale that have made Riordan's mythological universes a favorite for middle grade and young adult readers alike.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
The Dark Prophecy — Apollo, still trapped as a mortal teen, must journey through the American Midwest to restore an ancient oracle silenced by a monstrous emperor.
The Hidden Oracle — Cast down from Olympus by Zeus, Apollo lands in New York City and must relearn his powers while hiding among mortal demigods.
The Burning Maze — Apollo and his companions navigate a treacherous, ever-shifting labyrinth to free an oracle who speaks only in riddles.
The Hammer of Thor — Thor's missing hammer forces Magnus and his friends on an urgent quest across the Nine Worlds before giants can wield it against the gods.
The Sword of Summer — Magnus Chase discovers he's the son of a Norse god and wakes in Valhalla after a fateful encounter with a cursed sword.
The Ship of the Dead — Loki breaks free from his chains, readying the ship Naglfar for a giant-and-zombie-led assault that could ignite Ragnarok.
About the Author
Rick Riordan is the #1 New York Times bestselling author best known for Percy Jackson and the Olympians, along with The Kane Chronicles and Heroes of Olympus. He is also the author of the award-winning Tres Navarre mystery series for adults. For fifteen years, Riordan taught English and history at public and private middle schools in the San Francisco Bay Area and in Texas, drawing on that classroom experience to shape the humor, pacing, and relatable teen voices that define his mythology-driven storytelling for readers of all ages.
Why You'll Love This Collection
This collection is a myth-lover's dream: two gripping series in one accessible paperback set, packed with humor, heart, and epic quests. It's a perfect birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, back-to-school pick, or summer reading choice for kids who devoured Percy Jackson and are craving more gods, monsters, and unforgettable heroes.
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