Rick Riordan’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians series has captivated readers of all ages with its unique blend of Greek mythology, adventure, and humor. The series follows the journey of Percy Jackson, a young boy who discovers he is the modern-day son of the Greek god Poseidon. With five books in the original series, plus several spin-off series and companion books, it can be challenging to keep track of the reading order. In this article, we’ll provide a comprehensive guide to the Percy Jackson book series, including the original series, The Heroes of Olympus series, and The Trials of Apollo series.
Percy Jackson and the Olympians Series (Original Series)
1. The Lightning Thief (2005) – Introduces Percy Jackson, a young boy who discovers he is the son of Poseidon and embarks on a quest to retrieve Zeus’s stolen lightning bolt.
2. The Sea of Monsters (2006) – Percy and his friends embark on a journey to retrieve the Golden Fleece, a magical artifact with healing properties.
3. The Titan’s Curse (2007) – Percy and his friends must rescue Artemis, the goddess of the hunt, from the clutches of the Titans.
4. The Battle of the Labyrinth (2008) – Percy navigates the magical Labyrinth to prevent Luke, the villainous son of Hermes, from invading Camp Half-Blood.
5. The Last Olympian (2009) – Percy defends Mount Olympus from an attack by the Titans and must make a difficult choice to save the gods.
The Heroes of Olympus Series (Spin-Off Series)
1. The Lost Hero (2010) – Introduces Jason, a new demigod hero, who joins forces with Piper and Leo to rescue Hera from the clutches of the evil Gaea.
2. The Son of Neptune (2011) – Percy, Hazel, and Frank embark on a quest to rescue Thanatos, the god of death, and prevent the awakening of the evil Gaea.
3. The Mark of Athena (2012) – Annabeth, Percy, and their friends navigate the magical doors of the House of Hades to prevent the destruction of the demigod world.
4. The House of Hades (2013) – Percy and Annabeth journey through the Doors of Death to prevent the awakening of the evil Gaea.
5. The Blood of Olympus (2014) – The final battle between the demigods and the forces of Gaea reaches its climax.
The Trials of Apollo Series (Spin-Off Series)
1. The Hidden Oracle (2016) – Apollo, the god of the sun, is turned into a mortal and must navigate the world of demigods to reclaim his godly powers.
2. The Dark Prophecy (2017) – Apollo and his friends embark on a quest to prevent the evil Triumvirate from gaining control of the world.
3. The Burning Maze (2018) – Apollo and his friends navigate the magical Labyrinth to prevent the destruction of Camp Jupiter.
4. The Tyrant’s Tomb (2019) – Apollo and his friends must prevent the evil Triumvirate from taking over the world.
5. The Tower of Nero (2020) – The final battle between Apollo and the evil Triumvirate reaches its climax.
Companion Books and Short Stories
1. Percy Jackson’s Greek Gods (2014) – A collection of Greek myths retold from Percy’s perspective.
2. Percy Jackson’s Greek Heroes (2015) – A collection of Greek hero stories retold from Percy’s perspective.
3. The Demigod Files (2009) – A collection of short stories and bonus material from the Percy Jackson universe.
4. The Demigod Diaries (2012) – A collection of short stories and bonus material from the Percy Jackson universe.
By following this guide, you’ll be able to navigate the magical world of Percy Jackson and enjoy the epic adventures of this beloved series.