Book Reviews

Do you like stories with lots of adventures? Is Greek mythology an interest of yours? Have you loved other Rick Riordan books? Are you looking for a new series to get into? If any of these things apply to you, then look no further than Rick Riordan’s Trials of Apollo: The Hidden Oracle. This book is packed full of adventure and follows two new characters to Riordan’s worlds of Camp Half Blood. It is the first book in the Trials of Apollo series, and is everything a Percy Jackson fan could dream of.

In this book, Apollo, a god who recently lost his godhood, and Meg, a demigod harboring dark secrets must team up and save Camp Halfblood. Almost as soon as they arrive at camp half blood, they learn that Demigods have been mysteriously disappearing into the woods without a trace. Together, for better or for worseApollo and Meg venture into the woods, to recover the lost demigods. While doing this, Meg ends up disappearing too, and Apollo must make a choice. Should he save himself or should he help Meg and the other demigods? After he makes this decision, Apollo uncovers one of Meg’s darkest secrets and must fight the enemy who has a connection to Meg and her past. Will Apollo be able to save everyone, or will he cease to exist? Will this be the end of their adventures together, or will they go down the dark path of being the next great heroes?

I really enjoyed this book. I like the way Riordan sets up a new adventure in a landscape that his readers already recognize. I also liked how he was able to make characters that were previously minor into important parts of the storyline. The beginning was also set up in a way that hooks the reader and makes them want to know more about Apollo and his journey. I found that the way Meg was written makes her a relatable character, and I also found that the way Apollo changes throughout adds a rich element to the story that makes you want to keep reading. I recommend this book to anyone who likes adventure, is looking for a modern spin on Greek myths, and lovers of Camp Half Blood.