
Titles in This Set
The Red Pyramid
The Throne of Fire
The Serpent's Shadow
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Disney-Hyperion
Age Range: Ages 10-14 (Grades 5-9)
Overview
Step into a world where ancient Egyptian gods walk among skyscrapers in this three-book paperback collection of The Kane Chronicles by Rick Riordan. Bringing together The Red Pyramid, The Throne of Fire, and The Serpent's Shadow, this set follows siblings Carter and Sadie Kane as they discover their family's magical legacy and race to stop the chaos god Apophis from destroying the world. Fast-paced, funny, and rich with mythology, this trilogy is a natural next step for Percy Jackson fans and a perfect gift for middle-grade readers who love adventure, humor, and heart.
About the Books
Across three books, Rick Riordan builds a fast-moving saga rooted in Ancient Egyptian mythology, told through the alternating voices of siblings Carter and Sadie Kane. The Red Pyramid opens the story as the Kanes learn they are descendants of pharaohs with the power to host ancient gods, forcing the estranged siblings to team up despite years apart and a shaky bond. The Throne of Fire raises the stakes as Carter and Sadie race against a 21-day deadline to awaken the sun god Ra before the chaos serpent Apophis rises. The Serpent's Shadow brings the trilogy to its climax, as the Kanes and the trainee magicians of Brooklyn House unite for a final battle against Apophis. Throughout the set, Riordan weaves in authentic Egyptian gods, glyphs, artifacts, and real-world locations, turning mythology homework into thrilling entertainment. The siblings' banter, their evolving magic, and the found-family feel of Brooklyn House give the series emotional weight beneath the action. Themes of responsibility, courage, and learning to trust people who are different from you run through every book, giving the trilogy real heart alongside the action. Whether read back-to-back or spaced out as a school-year mythology unit, this paperback set delivers a complete, satisfying arc from first discovery to final showdown, and remains one of Riordan's most beloved series for readers who already love Percy Jackson.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
The Red Pyramid — Carter and Sadie Kane discover their family's magical Egyptian heritage and must stop the god Set from unleashing chaos across the world.
The Throne of Fire — the Kane siblings race across the globe on a 21-day quest to awaken the sun god Ra before Apophis rises.
The Serpent's Shadow — Carter, Sadie, and the trainee magicians of Brooklyn House unite for a final, all-or-nothing battle against the chaos serpent Apophis.
About the Author
Rick Riordan is the New York Times bestselling author of The Kane Chronicles, as well as the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, The Heroes of Olympus, Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, and The Trials of Apollo. Before turning to fiction full time, he taught English and history at public and private middle schools in the San Francisco Bay Area and in Texas for fifteen years, an experience that shaped his gift for writing mythology-driven adventures for young readers. Riordan's books have introduced millions of readers to Greek, Roman, Norse, and Egyptian mythology through fast-paced storytelling.
Why You'll Love This Collection
Perfect for fans of Percy Jackson, this three-book set delivers globe-spanning adventure, sharp humor, and real emotional depth in one affordable paperback bundle. It's a natural pick for a birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, classroom library addition, or summer reading pick for mythology-loving kids ages 10-14 who want their next big series.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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