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Books Like Percy Jackson
Greek mythology, modern adventures, and found family
Percy Jackson introduced a generation to mythology with humor, heart, and the most lovable dyslexic demigod in fiction. These books capture the same sense of adventure, ancient powers in a modern world, and friendships that feel like home.
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Buy on AmazonThe Lightning Thief
by Rick Riordan
If you loved the Heroes of Olympus or Trials of Apollo — return to where it started. Book 1 is as fresh as ever, and it's the best entry to the Riordan-verse.
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Buy on AmazonThe Kane Chronicles: The Red Pyramid
by Rick Riordan
Egyptian mythology in the same world as Percy Jackson. Different gods, same wit. A great next step once you've finished the main series.
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Buy on AmazonMagnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard
by Rick Riordan
Norse mythology, a homeless teen discovering his divine heritage, and the same ensemble humor. Magnus Chase is Riordan at his sharpest.
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Buy on AmazonThe Alchemyst
by Michael Scott
Nicholas Flamel is real, the Philosopher's Stone is real, and mythological figures from every culture are waging a war in San Francisco. A must-read for Percy Jackson fans.
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Buy on AmazonAru Shah and the End of Time
by Roshani Chokshi
Rick Riordan Presents — Indian mythology done with the same humor and heart as PJO. Aru Shah is one of the best protagonists in the mythological adventure genre.
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
by J.K. Rowling
A child discovering they're part of a hidden magical world, a trio of best friends, and an ancient evil. The closest structural sibling to Percy Jackson.
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Buy on AmazonThe Septimus Heap series
by Angie Sage
A seventh son with magical gifts, a richly built world, and the same middle-grade adventure pacing. A beloved next-read for Percy Jackson fans.
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Buy on AmazonA Wizard of Earthsea
by Ursula K. Le Guin
The original coming-of-age fantasy — a young boy with power he doesn't yet understand, a mentor, and a world of islands and magic. Required reading after Percy Jackson.
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