The Vikings are Coming! Rick Riordan Returns with a New Series: Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard
He’s a multiple New York Times bestselling author, known for his Kane Chronicles and Heroes of Olympus series. But ask any librarian, children’s bookseller, or young reader who Rick Riordan is, and they’ll immediately respond with, “The Percy Jackson guy!” And indeed he is. From 2006 to 2009, Rick Riordan wrote and released a five book series that introduced a whole new generation to Greek mythology. The Percy Jackson novels brought ancient tales to life in a modern setting, with familiar landmarks and cultural references. With a funny, engaging voice, heart-pounding action, and larger-than-life yet completely believable characters, Riordan created a world suspended somewhere between reality and Mount Olympus.
The Sword of Summer (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard Series #1)
Hardcover $19.99
The Sword of Summer (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard Series #1)
By Rick Riordan
Hardcover $19.99
There’s no doubt Riordan is a master at weaving all the most powerful parts of ancient mythology into modern day adventure. And he’s at it again—but this fall, it’s Norse gods and Viking lore he’ll be bringing to life in The Sword of Summer, the first book in the highly-anticipated new Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard series.
Magnus hasn’t had it easy. His mother died mysteriously two years ago, after telling Magnus to run for his life. Now sixteen, Magnus has been living on the streets of Boston ever since. He’s gotten used to living alone, so it comes as a surprise when he discovers that someone is looking for him, and he is even more surprised when he learns that it is his mysterious uncle Randolph—whom his mother warned him about. Now Magnus’ life is in danger, and it has nothing to do with the mortal world. It’s through uncle Randolph that Magnus learns of the Nine Worlds of Norse mythology, of the gods of Asgard, and of the evil brewing. This would all be just a wonderful tale if it weren’t for an explosive family secret: Magnus is the son of a Norse god. Now he’s needed to search the Nine Worlds for a weapon that is his birthright and has been lost for thousands of years, the one thing that may prevent Doomsday.
Here we go, folks! Another wild ride through ancient stories rooted in our very own modern reality. Take care, Magnus. We’re all rooting for you.
The Sword of Summer is in stores on October 6. Pre-order your copy now!
There’s no doubt Riordan is a master at weaving all the most powerful parts of ancient mythology into modern day adventure. And he’s at it again—but this fall, it’s Norse gods and Viking lore he’ll be bringing to life in The Sword of Summer, the first book in the highly-anticipated new Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard series.
Magnus hasn’t had it easy. His mother died mysteriously two years ago, after telling Magnus to run for his life. Now sixteen, Magnus has been living on the streets of Boston ever since. He’s gotten used to living alone, so it comes as a surprise when he discovers that someone is looking for him, and he is even more surprised when he learns that it is his mysterious uncle Randolph—whom his mother warned him about. Now Magnus’ life is in danger, and it has nothing to do with the mortal world. It’s through uncle Randolph that Magnus learns of the Nine Worlds of Norse mythology, of the gods of Asgard, and of the evil brewing. This would all be just a wonderful tale if it weren’t for an explosive family secret: Magnus is the son of a Norse god. Now he’s needed to search the Nine Worlds for a weapon that is his birthright and has been lost for thousands of years, the one thing that may prevent Doomsday.
Here we go, folks! Another wild ride through ancient stories rooted in our very own modern reality. Take care, Magnus. We’re all rooting for you.
The Sword of Summer is in stores on October 6. Pre-order your copy now!