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In case you haven’t heard, Rick Riordan has launched a new book series called “”Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard.” Oh and in case you don’t know who Rick Riordan is, he is the author of the amazing “Percy Jackson” series. That series was all about Greek Mythology but the newest series is all about Norse mythology.
Honestly I had no clue what Norse mythology was, I didn’t know there was anything other than Greek mythology! Well Norse mythology is basically mythology of the North Germanic people. It features its own deities, beings and heroes from before and after the pagan period. The most well known god is probably Thor, yes the guy with the big hammer. Norse myths and legends have spread throughout European literary culture in Scandinavia, Germany and Britain. (Thanks Wikipedia!)
Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, Book 1: The Sword of Summer
Magnus Chase has always been a troubled kid. Since his mother’s mysterious death, he’s lived alone on the streets of Boston, surviving by his wits, keeping one step ahead of the police and the truant officers. One day, he’s tracked down by an uncle he’s never met—a man his mother claimed was dangerous. His uncle tells him an impossible secret: Magnus is the son of a Norse god. The Viking myths are true. The gods of Asgard are preparing for war. Trolls, giants, and worse monsters are stirring for doomsday. To prevent Ragnarök, Magnus must search the Nine Worlds for a weapon that has been lost for thousands of years. When an attack by fire giants forces him to choose between his own safety and the lives of hundreds of innocents, Magnus makes a fatal decision. Sometimes, the only way to start a new life is to die . . .
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John H. says
I think the story sounds interesting.
Brenda Elsner says
We love fantasy books. The only kind that we all can agree on around here as being good!!!
rosemary says
wow
Jennifer H. says
I would think the story line.
Stacy Renee says
I love Riordan’s books! They are so fun and engaging! I’d love to read this series starter and then pass it on to my niece and daughter!
Mia J says
My daughter would be so thrilled to have this book. She loves Rick Riordan.
Gabrielly says
My niece would like. She loves fantasy.
Heather Dangerfield says
Greek mythology is by far my favorite to read about and still read mainly books based on Greek mythology. I would love to be able to pass this down to my family.
Melinda A says
I loved the Percy Jackson series, and this looks like another adventure I would love to go on! This would be a great win!
Daniel M says
bet my nephew would like, fantasy is always fun
Sharon Kaminski says
Our child would like it because she likes horses.
Kimberly Singh says
I think my son would love this book! He loves to read and he loves fantasy books.
Michelle S says
My daughter would love the “myth” aspect. She’s totally into that topic right now.
Annmarie W. says
My son is a big Rick Riordan fan, and has read all the Percy Jackson books. He loves all that mythology stuff! Which is great, because for the longest time it was so hard to get him interested in reading!
Sui Generis says
Looking forward to this book especially the characters and the adventures!
Wehaf says
My friend’s daughter loves the Percy Jackson series, and I know she would enjoy these as well, and would especially love reading about a new-to-her mythology.
ron frampton says
MY grandson would like this book
mycraftingworld says
My son loves fantasy books. I know he would like this one too.
Jennifer Rogers says
My grandson Layne loves this type of entertainment with Heros and swords.
Nancy says
This looks like an interesting book for the family.
Valerie Schlicht says
My two daughters love reading about superheroes!
Richard Brandt says
My kids would like this, Marvel movies have made them all Thor-crazy.
Mia says
My nephews love reading this series.
bill norris says
i love the mythology of it all.
sandra says
my son would like the superhero qualities of the gods of asgard