“ The Sword of Summer is a propulsive, kinetic, witty rebooting of Norse mythology with all the charm of the Percy Jackson novels. I’ll be staying.”- New York Times #1 best-selling author Cassandra Clare One of Riordan’s funniest books-everything from the chapter titles to the wry humor of Magnus Chase will have you chuckling, even as the plot races along at breakneck speed. “ The Sword of Summer combines the glory of Norse myth with the joy of Rick Riordan’s effervescent world-building. "Should pacing and wit continue unabated into the third volume, whose foretold European setting promises further freshness, fans will eagerly await numbers four and five."- Kirkus Reviews * “In a feat worthy of his heroic subjects, Riordan crafts a sequel stronger than his compelling debut.” A literal cliffhanger leaves eager readers hanging next stop: Greece-and Tartarus."- Kirkus Reviews
Here, Riordan’s infectious love for his subject matter really comes through, even as he takes some real risks with his characters.
"With his now-trademark zero-to-60 acceleration, the author engineers a ghostly possession to set Greeks and Romans at odds and initiates the Prophecy of the Seven, hurtling Annabeth, Percy, Piper, Leo, Hazel, Frank and Jason into a pell-mell flight on the magical trireme Argo II. "With a true storyteller’s sense of pacing, Riordan creates another compelling adventure, right down to the cliff-hanger at the end. “Perfectly paced, with electrifying moments chasing each other like heartbeats.”- New York Times Book Review The bestselling series' legions of fans will cheer their heroes on and rejoice in such a compelling conclusion to the saga."- Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "Riordan masterfully orchestrates the huge cast of characters and manages a coherent, powerful tale at once exciting, philosophical and tear-jerking. "In this adventure, victories are hard-won and the essence of bravery nuanced, making the journey as satisfying as it is entertaining."- Kirkus Reviews
A satisfying, penultimate entry in the Heroes of Olympus series." - Booklist Online "Adventure fans will relish the action as their heroes confront formidable foes, while readers who have come to love the characters will enjoy following the different individuals as they take the stage in scenes that are usually dramatic, often witty, and occasionally surprising. *"The wit, rousing swordplay and breakneck pace will once again keep kids hooked."- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "The novel’s winning combination of high-voltage adventure and crackling wit is balanced with scenes in which human needs, fears, and ethical choices take center stage."- Booklist (starred review)
"The clash of modern and classical worlds is both exciting and entertaining."- The New York Times Book Review
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