If you are a fan of the Percy Jackson series, the excitement you felt as you dived into the world of young demigods is hard to replicate. But fear not! There are numerous other books and series out there with similar themes, fantastical worlds, and intriguing characters. Here is a list of 14 books and series that will cater to Percy Jackson fans:
1. The Heroes of Olympus Series by Rick Riordan – This series directly follows after Percy Jackson’s adventures, featuring new demigods, exciting battles, and even more enthralling Greek mythology.
2. The Magnus Chase Series by Rick Riordan – Norse mythology comes to life in this fantastic adventure series centered on Magnus Chase, cousin of Annabeth Chase from the Percy Jackson books.
3. The Kane Chronicles by Rick Riordan – This trilogy explores Egyptian mythology as Carter and Sadie Kane embark on thrilling adventures in their quest to understand their magical lineage.
4. Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling – A timeless classic, the magical world of Harry Potter offers exciting adventures, friendship, and battles between good and evil.
5. Artemis Fowl Series by Eoin Colfer – Follow Artemis Fowl, a 12-year-old criminal mastermind, as he discovers the secret world of fairies living beneath the earth’s surface.
6. Fablehaven Series by Brandon Mull – Ideal for young readers who love magical creatures and thrilling adventures, Fablehaven centers around siblings Seth and Kendra as they protect mythical beings in hidden refuges.
7. Wings of Fire Series by Tui T. Sutherland – This immersive series follows five dragonets that have been prophesied to end a long-standing war among dragon tribes in their land of Pyrrhia.
8. The Unwanteds Series by Lisa McMann – The Unwanteds is set in a dystopian society where children are divided into either Wanted or Unwanted categories, where the young protagonist discovers a magical world after being marked Unwanted.
9. His Dark Materials Trilogy by Philip Pullman – Dive into the parallel universes and captivating story of Lyra Belacqua in this epic and complex trilogy that explores the battle for free will.
10. The Bartimaeus Trilogy by Jonathan Stroud – Set in an alternate version of London, this series follows the young magician-in-training Nathaniel and his partnership with a powerful and sardonic spirit named Bartimaeus.
11. The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis – Step into the enchanting world of Narnia through a magical wardrobe and embark on adventures with mythical creatures, mysterious prophecies, and epic battles.
12. The Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini – This high-fantasy series is centered on a farm boy named Eragon who embarks on an incredible adventure after discovering he is a Dragon Rider.
13. The Gregor the Overlander Series by Suzanne Collins – Journey with Gregor as he stumbles upon the hidden subterranean world under New York City and becomes the reluctant hero among these underground dwellers.
14. The Beyonders Trilogy by Brandon Mull – This captivating series follows two teens pulled into another realm where they join forces to solve puzzles, acquire magical items, and fight against dark forces to save both their worlds.
These captivating books and series offer remarkable stories that are sure to echo the same excitement you felt while reading Percy Jackson. Pull up your cozy reading seat and dive into these fantastic adventures!
