**The Ultimate Percy Jackson Reading Order Guide: Dive into the World of Demigods**

Journey into the captivating world of Greek mythology and thrilling adventures with the beloved Percy Jackson book series. Whether you're a first-time reader or a seasoned fan, navigating the extensive series can be a daunting task. This comprehensive reading order guide will provide you with an organized and chronological path to immerse yourself fully in the enchanting world created by Rick Riordan.

The Percy Jackson and the Olympians Series

The core of the Percy Jackson series lies within the Percy Jackson and the Olympians pentalogy. These five books introduce readers to Percy, a 12-year-old demi-god who discovers his true lineage and embarks on perilous quests against the forces of evil.

1. Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief (2005): Percy is framed for stealing Zeus's lightning bolt and must race against time to find the true thief.
2. Percy Jackson and the Sea of Monsters (2006): Percy and his friends journey to the Sea of Monsters to retrieve the Golden Fleece and save a beloved satyr.
3. Percy Jackson and the Titan's Curse (2007): The demigods team up with Hunters of Artemis to rescue their friend Grover from the clutches of a powerful Titan.
4. Percy Jackson and the Battle of the Labyrinth (2008): Percy and his allies prepare for war against the Titans, who seek to invade Mount Olympus.
5. Percy Jackson and the Last Olympian (2009): The final battle between the demigods and Titans looms large as Percy faces his greatest challenge yet.

The Heroes of Olympus Series

The Heroes of Olympus series, also known as The Lost Hero, moves forward in time, detailing the adventures of Jason Grace, a Roman demigod, and his companions. This series intertwines the Roman and Greek aspects of the mythology.

1. The Lost Hero (2010): Jason Grace and his friends embark on a quest to find the missing Hera, queen of the gods.
2. The Son of Neptune (2011): Percy Jackson is introduced as a new character, who has lost his memory and is stranded in a Roman camp.
3. The Mark of Athena (2012): The demigods from both Greek and Roman camps unite to search for Athena's statue.
4. The House of Hades (2013): Percy and his friends journey through the Underworld to save his girlfriend, Annabeth Chase.
5. The Blood of Olympus (2014): The demigods band together for an epic battle against the forces of evil.

The Trials of Apollo Series

This series follows the story of Apollo, the god of music, prophecy, and healing, who has been turned into a mortal teenager as punishment.

1. The Hidden Oracle (2016): Apollo is introduced as a mortal teenager and must face a series of trials to regain his godly powers.
2. The Dark Prophecy (2017): Apollo and his friends travel across North America, facing dangerous monsters and prophecies.
3. The Burning Maze (2018): Apollo and his companions search for a way to defeat the evil Triumvirate Hold.
4. The Tyrant's Tomb (2019): The demigods must face the final battle against the evil emperor, Commodus.
5. The Tower of Nero (2020): The series concludes as Apollo and his friends confront Nero and save the world.

Additional Spin-Offs and Companion Books

Beyond the main series, the Percy Jackson world expands with additional spin-offs and companion books that provide further insights into the characters and their adventures.

• The Demigod Files (2009): A collection of short stories featuring different characters from the series.
• The Demigod Diaries (2012): Another collection of short stories, this time focusing on the events between The Last Olympian and The Lost Hero.
• The Lost Hero: The Graphic Novel (2010): A graphic novel adaptation of the first book in the Heroes of Olympus series.
• Camp Half-Blood Confidential (2013): A guidebook to the popular summer camp for demigods.
• The Kane Chronicles (2010-2012): A trilogy set in the same universe as Percy Jackson, following the adventures of two Egyptian demigods.
• Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard (2015-2017): A trilogy set in the world of Norse mythology, following the adventures of a demigod named Magnus.

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