The Hidden Oracle begins with the Greek god Apollo falling to Earth as a mortal. Saved by a demigod named Meg McCaffrey, they seek help from Percy Jackson and later arrive at Camp Half-Blood. They discover that the Oracle is endangered by adversaries, including the Roman Emperor Nero. Apollo and Meg face numerous challenges, leading to battles and significant revelations, setting the stage for Apollo's quest to reclaim his divine powers and save the Oracles.

Rick Riordan's The Trials of Apollo, Book 1: The Hidden Oracle masterfully blends humor, modern settings, and mythological elements. Critics praise its engaging prose and strong character development, especially that of Apollo. However, some find the plot predictable and the pacing uneven. Overall, a captivating start to a new series for fans of Riordan's work.

Rick Riordan’s The Trials of Apollo, Book 1: The Hidden Oracle captivates readers who relish mythological adventures akin to the Percy Jackson series. Fans of dynamic, humorous narratives with relatable, flawed gods in modern settings, reminiscent of Neil Gaiman's American Gods, will find it engaging.

Humorous / Adventurous / Fantastical / Playful / Emotional

- The Trials of Apollo series, starting with The Hidden Oracle, marks a unique narrative by taking the perspective of a god, Apollo, who is temporarily turned into a mortal teenager.
- Rick Riordan incorporates his signature blend of humor and mythology, continuing the universe set in previous series like Percy Jackson & The Olympians and The Heroes of Olympus.
- The cover of The Hidden Oracle was designed by illustrator John Rocco, who has created covers for other books in Riordan's magical mythological series.

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