Set off on an epic quest that will take you to Percy’s enchanted world! Whether you’re new to the Percy Jackson Series of books or attempting a thorough reread, or even if you’ve just come from watching the movies or seeing the trailer for the new Disney Plus adaptation, with this guide by your side, you’ll explore the entire series of books in the correct order, which will undoubtedly help you understand the motion pictures and the upcoming web series in a better manner.
I’m also going to add the thrilling spin-off series “The Heroes of Olympus” and “The Trials of Apollo.” Get ready to be amazed by the astonishing blend of ancient Greek tales with modern-day thrills that will have you on the edge of your seat.
An Introduction To Percy Jackson Series Of Books
Rick Riordan‘s Percy Jackson series of books is a collection of Middle-Grade fantasy novels centered on the lives of the demigod Percy Jackson and his pals. It takes place in a world where Greek gods are real and coexist with mortals.
The series combines Greek mythology with modern life to produce an intriguing and engrossing experience. The collection contains five volumes from Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ core series, as well as two extra spin-off series, The Heroes of Olympus and The Trials of Apollo.
How It All Started For Me??
It was 2014, yeah… 2014, when I discovered its first film based on the first novel (Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief) of the Percy Jackson Series Of Books. My senior, a fellow myth and legend enthusiast, had recommended the movie to me, speculating that I could appreciate it given my interest in Russian folklore and other myths and legends.
Intrigued, I did decide to give it a whirl. I had no idea that this film would be the flame that sparked my interest in the universe of ancient Greek mythology.
As I watched it, I was transported to a universe full of gods, monsters, and heroes. The special effects were spectacular, and the characters were endearing, particularly the protagonist, Percy Jackson, a demigod who embarks on a voyage to preserve the world of Olympus.
This movie captivated me so much that I immediately watched its sequel, “Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters,” which had come out the previous year, 2013. And thus began my journey into the fascinating world of Greek mythology, an adventure that has taken me on many experiences and exposed me to some of the greatest tales and myths of all time.
How Can You Start??
I don’t want to confuse you in any way, not even a little. So, first and foremost, I’m going to include the chronological publication order of Rick’s works. Reading books chronologically is always a strong and traditional approach to digging out its core, so do not worry, you are welcome to do so.
Reading novels in a series release sequence is similar to embarking on an exciting adventure with familiar characters and storyline twists that keep you intrigued until the very end. It’s like gently unraveling a riddle, fitting the jigsaw together one step at a time.
It’s also a great approach to evaluate the characters’ growth and development. You’ll be able to witness how they adapt and evolve through time, exactly like we do. It’s a more familiar feeling as if you’ve been on this adventure with them the entire time. I’ll also add this so that you may begin reading in this manner as well.
Reading Order Of Percy Jackson Series Of Books:
(The Publication Sequence)
Prime Tales:
| 1 | The Lightning Thief | 2005 |
| 2 | The Sea of Monsters | 2006 |
| 3 | The Titan’s Curse | 2007 |
| 4 | The Battle of the Labyrinth | 2008 |
| 5 | The Last Olympian | 2009 |
| 6 | The Demigod Files (Collection of Short Stories) | 2009 |
| 7 | The Red Pyramid | 2010 |
| 8 | The Lost Hero | 2010 |
| 9 | The Throne of Fire | 2011 |
| 10 | The Son of Neptune | 2011 |
| 11 | The Serpent’s Shadow | 2012 |
| 12 | The Demigod Diaries (Collection of Short Stories) | 2012 |
| 13 | The Mark of Athena | 2012 |
| 14 | The Son of Sobek (Short Story) | 2013 |
| 15 | The Singer of Apollo (Short Story) | 2013 |
| 16 | The House of Hades | 2013 |
| 17 | The Staff of Serapis | 2014 |
| 18 | The Blood of Olympus | 2014 |
| 19 | The Crown of Ptolemy (Short Story) | 2015 |
| 20 | The Sword of Summer | 2015 |
| 21 | The Hidden Oracle | 2016 |
| 22 | The Hammer of Thor | 2016 |
| 23 | The Dark Prophecy | 2017 |
| 24 | The Ship of the Dead | 2017 |
| 25 | The Burning Maze | 2018 |
| 26 | 9 From the Nine Worlds (Collection of Short Stories) | 2018 |
| 27 | The Tyrant’s Tomb | 2019 |
| 28 | The Tower of Nero | 2020 |
| 29 | The Sun and the Star | TBA: May 2, 2023 |
| 30 | The Chalice of the Gods | TBA: Sep 26, 2023 |
Accompanying Tales:
| 1 | Percy Jackson and the Greek Gods | 2014 |
| 2 | Percy Jackson’s Greek Heroes | 2015 |
| 3 | Hotel Valhalla: Guide to the Norse Worlds | 2016 |
| 4 | The Trials of Apollo: Camp Jupiter Classified: A Probatio’s Journal | 2020 |
(The Series Sequence)
Order Of Percy Jackson & The Olympians:
| 1 | The Lightning Thief | 2005 |
| 2 | The Sea of Monsters | 2006 |
| 3 | The Titan’s Curse | 2007 |
| 4 | The Battle of the Labyrinth | 2008 |
| 5 | The Last Olympian | 2009 |
| 6 | The Demigod Files (Collection of Short Stories) | 2009 |
| 7 | The Singer of Apollo (Short Story) | 2013 |
Order Of The Heroes of Olympus:
| 1 | The Lost Hero | 2010 |
| 2 | The Son of Neptune | 2011 |
| 3 | The Mark of Athena | 2012 |
| 4 | The House of Hades | 2013 |
| 5 | The Blood of Olympus | 2014 |
| 6 | The Demigod Diaries (Collection of Short Stories) | 2012 |
| 7 | The Chalice of the Gods | TBA: Sep 26/ 2023 |
Order Of The Kane Chronicles:
| 1 | The Red Pyramid | 2010 |
| 2 | The Throne of Fire | 2011 |
| 3 | The Serpent’s Shadow | 2012 |
Order Of Demigods and Magicians:
| 1 | The Son of Sobek (Short Story) | 2013 |
| 2 | The Staff of Serapis (Short Story) | 2014 |
| 3 | The Crown of Ptolemy (Short Story) | 2015 |
Order Of Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard:
| 1 | The Sword of Summer | 2015 |
| 2 | The Hammer of Thor | 2016 |
| 3 | The Ship of the Dead | 2017 |
| 4 | 9 From the Nine Worlds (Collection Of Short Stories) | 2018 |
Order Of The Trials of Apollo:
| 1 | The Hidden Oracle | 2016 |
| 2 | The Dark Prophecy | 2017 |
| 3 | The Burning Maze | 2018 |
| 4 | The Tyrant’s Tomb | 2019 |
| 5 | The Tower of Nero | 2020 |
Order Of Nico di Angelo and Will Solace (The Sun and the Star) :
| 1 | The Sun and the Star (Co-Writer – Mark Oshiro) | TBA: May 2 / 2023 |
Know The Prolific Auther:
Rick Riordan, a well-known novelist, and former educator began his literary career with the release of his Tres Navarre mystery series, which he created while working as a full-time English and history teacher in both San Francisco and Texas.
Even as a youngster, he enjoyed creating bedtime stories for his eldest child, which eventually gave rise to his first middle-grade novel, Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief, the first one from the Percy Jackson Series of Books. Rick’s vivid worlds and endearing characters have enthralled millions across the world, with over 190 million books sold in 42 languages.
