He started out as the spoiled god of the sun which defined his character in the first of these books. I will try to pick out some strengths, then address the most glaring weaknesses and end with a few more strengths.įirst, I really enjoyed Apollo’s growth. The jokes were simple and lacked the cleverness that defines Riordan’s typical work. There was a little bit of humor, but it was not the humor we typically get from Riordan. The heart and humor which defined Percy Jackson, the Kane Chronicles, Heroes of Olympus, and at least the first tome of Magnus Chase. Riordan for whatever reason is officially in a slump of epic proportions, arguably dating back to the first Trials of Apollo book. I’ve been reading all of Riordan’s mythology series’ since the beginning with Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief but this one fell flat to me. A must-buy.”― School Library Journal Review This latest has Riordan’s signature wry narration, nonstop action, and mythology brought to life. “Riordan’s characters continue to be an impressively diverse group. “A clash of mythic intrigues and centuries of pop culture to thrill die-hard and new fans alike.”― Kirkus Reviews Come along for what promises to be a harrowing, hilarious, and haiku-filled ride Editorial Reviews – The Dark Prophecy Review To survive the encounter, Apollo will need the help of son of Hephaestus Leo Valdez, the now-mortal sorceress Calypso, the bronze dragon Festus, and other unexpected allies–some familiar, some new–from the world of demigods.

Standing in Apollo’s way is the second member of the evil Triumvirate, a Roman emperor whose love of bloodshed and spectacle makes even Nero look tame. Somewhere in the American Midwest, he and his companions must find the most dangerous Oracle from ancient times: a haunted cave that may hold answers for Apollo in his quest to become a god again–if it doesn’t kill him or drive him insane first. What is affecting the Oracles, and how can Apollo/Lester do anything about them without his powers?After experiencing a series of dangerous–and frankly, humiliating–trials at Camp Half-Blood, Lester must now leave the relative safety of the demigod training ground and embark on a hair-raising journey across North America.

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