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The Chalice of the Gods

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2023

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Rick Riordan

The Chalice of the Gods

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2023
Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York • Contemporary

Publication Year

2023

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

In The Chalice of the Gods, Percy Jackson must complete three quests to gain recommendation letters for New Rome University. He and his friends Annabeth and Grover tackle their first quest by retrieving Ganymede’s stolen chalice. Their journey takes them through encounters with Hebe and Iris, testing their ingenuity and bravery. Along the way, Percy learns valuable lessons about embracing time and change.

Adventurous

Humorous

Fantastical

Playful

Exciting

Reviews & Readership

4.5

101,444 ratings

86%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Rick Riordan’s The Chalice of the Gods delivers an engaging continuation of Percy Jackson’s adventures, blending wit, mythology, and relatable teenage struggles. While fans appreciate the humor and vibrant character development, some critics find the plot predictable and aimed primarily at younger audiences. Overall, it's a delightful read for loyal fans.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Chalice of the Gods?

A reader who enjoyed Percy Jackson & the Olympians will find delight in Rick Riordan's The Chalice of the Gods. This book appeals to young adults who appreciate mythological adventures and relatable teen protagonists, much like the fans of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series and J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit.

4.5

101,444 ratings

86%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Character List

Percy Jackson

A demigod and the protagonist who is attending school while aiming to get into New Rome University; he faces both regular teenage challenges and those presented by his divine heritage.

Percy's girlfriend and a daughter of the goddess Athena; known for her intelligence and resourcefulness, she supports Percy in both personal and divine crises.

A satyr and Percy’s loyal best friend, who has accompanied him on numerous adventures; he resides and works at Camp Half-Blood.

Once human and now an immortal cupbearer to the gods; his desire to retain his immortality is challenged in the story.

The goddess of youth who places high value on maintaining her youthful appearance and struggles to understand mortal perspectives.

The goddess of the rainbow who helps demigods communicate through Iris-messages; she is a former cupbearer to the gods and values order in her world.

The god of old age, appearing as an elderly man, who presents as a challenge through his representation of mortality and aging.

A river god resembling a yoga instructor who interacts briefly with Percy when he enters the water to clean Iris's staff.

The god of the sea and Percy's father, who is largely absent but takes a small step toward acknowledging Percy's life and achievements.

The king of the gods, known for his arrogance and sense of superiority; he imposes unique challenges on Percy, demonstrating his disfavor toward him.

A Nereid working as a guidance counselor at Percy's high school, offering sporadic and incomplete support in navigating challenges at school.

Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York • Contemporary

Publication Year

2023

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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