43 pages • 1 hour read
A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
288
Novel • Fiction
New York • Contemporary
2023
Middle grade
10-14 years
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
101,444 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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.
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.
101,444 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Annabeth Chase
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.
Grover Underwood
A satyr and Percy’s loyal best friend, who has accompanied him on numerous adventures; he resides and works at Camp Half-Blood.
Ganymede
Once human and now an immortal cupbearer to the gods; his desire to retain his immortality is challenged in the story.
Hebe
The goddess of youth who places high value on maintaining her youthful appearance and struggles to understand mortal perspectives.
Iris
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.
Geras
The god of old age, appearing as an elderly man, who presents as a challenge through his representation of mortality and aging.
Elisson
A river god resembling a yoga instructor who interacts briefly with Percy when he enters the water to clean Iris's staff.
Poseidon
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.
Zeus
The king of the gods, known for his arrogance and sense of superiority; he imposes unique challenges on Percy, demonstrating his disfavor toward him.
Eudora
A Nereid working as a guidance counselor at Percy's high school, offering sporadic and incomplete support in navigating challenges at school.
288
Novel • Fiction
New York • Contemporary
2023
Middle grade
10-14 years
Continue your reading experience
Subscribe now to unlock the rest of this Study Guide plus our full library, which features expert-written summaries and analyses of 8,000+ additional titles.