The Olympians and Rick Riordan’s Percy Jackson are two iconic book series that evoke nostalgia from our childhood. With the new Disney+ show based on these beloved stories, let’s explore what makes the Percy Jackson books so unique. Reading them is the perfect way to enhance your enjoyment of the show.
About the Percy Jackson Books
Rick Riordan’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians series presents an intriguing world where modern-day Greek gods have children with demigod powers. At the start of the story, Percy Jackson, the son of Poseidon, embarks on a journey through a hidden world filled with mythical gods, goddesses, and their extraordinary children. Since its debut in 2005, two additional series, The Trials of Apollo and The Heroes of Olympus have expanded the universe with new characters, keeping readers hooked.
How Many Books Are in the Series?
The Percy Jackson world consists of 17 books across three series. As of 2023, the original Percy Jackson and the Olympians series includes six books, with The Chalice of the Gods being the latest addition.
Percy Jackson Book Sets
There are several box sets of these books available for your collection. These sets often feature special offers, like Amazon’s “buy two, get one free” promotion.
- The Lightning Thief: Percy Jackson discovers that he’s not just a regular 12-year-old with ADHD and dyslexia, but the son of Poseidon. Accused of stealing Zeus’ lightning bolt, Percy is sent to Camp Half-Blood, a summer camp for demigods, where he must uncover the truth behind the theft.
- The Sea of Monsters: Percy and his friends must save Camp Half-Blood when its magical defences begin to fail. Their mission leads them to the Sea of Monsters to retrieve a powerful artifact, facing perilous challenges and revealing hidden family secrets.
- The Titan’s Curse: Percy and his friends confront the threat of Kronos, an ancient Titan, while dealing with new gods and a dangerous curse.
- The Battle of the Labyrinth: As the war between the Gods and Titans intensifies, Percy and his friends navigate the treacherous Labyrinth to prevent the world from falling into chaos.
- The Last Olympian: In the epic conclusion, Percy and his friends must defend Mount Olympus from the Titans in a battle that takes place on the streets of Manhattan and forever alters the world.
- The Chalice of the Gods: In this 2023 release, Percy, now preparing for college, must pass three tests to earn a letter of recommendation, setting the stage for another thrilling adventure filled with gods, myths, and the strength of friendship.
Other Books in the Percy Jackson Universe:
- The Lost Hero: Introducing new characters, this book follows Jason, a god with amnesia, as he becomes entangled in the world of the Olympians. Jason and his friends must find Percy Jackson and uncover shocking truths about Camp Half-Blood and its rival, Camp Jupiter.
- The Son of Neptune: Percy, now in California and unaware of his identity, discovers Camp Jupiter and is forced to battle Roman gods in a mythological showdown.
- The Mark of Athena: Percy and Annabeth reunite, but their joy is short-lived as they face the looming threat of war. Their journey leads them to Rome, where Annabeth struggles with her role as the daughter of Athena.
- The House of Hades: Annabeth and Percy must escape the underworld while their friends help them from the surface, all while dealing with Hades and a plan to resurrect Gaea, the Greek Mother Earth.
- The Blood of Olympus: In the final book of the series, Percy and Annabeth unite with the gods to stop Gaea from rising to power, navigating the conflict between Camp Jupiter and Camp Half-Blood.
The Trials of Apollo Books in Order:
- The Hidden Oracle: As punishment for his arrogance, Zeus transforms Apollo into a mortal teenager and sends him to New York City. Apollo enlists the help of Meg and Percy Jackson to reclaim his godhood.
- The Dark Prophecy: Apollo continues his quest to restore the Oracles, encountering mythical creatures and the powerful Triumvirate Holdings.
- The Burning Maze: In his attempt to regain immortality, Apollo confronts the kings of Triumvirate Holdings and loses close allies.
- The Tyrant’s Tomb: Apollo and his companions venture into a cave to safeguard Camp Jupiter from Triumvirate Holdings, facing his final test.
- The Tower of Nero: In the series finale, Apollo and his allies face their greatest challenge in New York City. As Apollo strives to return to Mount Olympus, family bonds and allegiances are put to the ultimate test.
- The Sun and the Star: This standalone book follows Nico di Angelo, son of Hades, and Will Solace, son of Apollo, as they journey into the underworld, offering Percy Jackson fans a fresh story to follow.
New Additions to the Percy Jackson Universe:
Rick Riordan recently revealed that Wrath of the Triple Goddess, the seventh book in the Percy Jackson series, will be released on September 23, 2024. Written by Percy Jackson, this book continues the adventures of Percy and his friends.