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The Throne of Fire

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2011

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Rick Riordan

The Throne of Fire

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

452

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Modern-day Egypt

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

9-14 years

Lexile Level

710L

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Super Short Summary

In The Throne of Fire by Rick Riordan, Carter and Sadie Kane, descendants of Egyptian pharaohs, race to find the pieces of the Book of Ra to awaken the sun god and prevent chaos from overtaking the world. They face challenges from hostile gods and an evil magician, Vladimir Menshikov, who seeks to unleash the serpent Apophis. Carter and Sadie embark on dangerous quests, grappling with threats and forming alliances to save humanity.

Adventurous

Humorous

Exciting

Fantastical

Playful

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Rick Riordan's The Throne of Fire captivates with its dynamic blend of Egyptian mythology and contemporary adventure. Critics praise its engaging pace and humorous narrative style. While character development is strong, some find the plot formulaic. Overall, it's a hit with fans of the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Throne of Fire?

Fans of Harry Potter and Percy Jackson will revel in The Throne of Fire by Rick Riordan. Readers who enjoy fast-paced adventures, Egyptian mythology, and teen protagonists will find this book captivating. It's perfect for middle-grade to young adult readers who appreciate a blend of modern settings with ancient magical elements.

Character List

Carter Kane

One of the Kane siblings and a protagonist in the series, Carter is a capable magician learning to balance his responsibilities with his personal desires, particularly concerning his feelings for Zia.

The other Kane sibling and narrator, Sadie is a spirited young magician grappling with her powerful lineage and her feelings for both Walt and Anubis.

The main antagonist, Menshikov is a powerful magician who aligns with chaos, representing the threat that Apophis poses to the Kane siblings.

The Egyptian god with a cheerful and bold personality, who assists the Kane siblings and embodies the theme of different forms of family.

One of the Kane siblings' new recruits, Walt is a magician facing a deadly curse while playing a crucial role in supporting Carter and Sadie.

Another new recruit for the Kanes, Jaz is a magician who demonstrates her capability and dedication through her actions, despite spending part of the story incapacitated.

A powerful magician and leader in Cairo, who finds himself reconsidering his stance on assisting the Kane siblings in their fight against chaos.

A young magician whose complex relationship with Carter plays a significant role in motivating the Kanes and who demonstrates her newfound strength and independence.

The king of the Egyptian gods, whose awakening and childlike state present a significant turning point in the Kane siblings' efforts to combat chaos.

Book Details
Pages

452

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Modern-day Egypt

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

9-14 years

Lexile Level

710L

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