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Rick Riordan’s Trials of Apollo Continues with The Tyrant’s Tomb

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Disney Book Group sent me a copy of The Trials of Apollo #4 to check out and is partnering with me for a giveaway

It’s not hard to understand why Rick Riordan is called “storyteller of the gods” by Publishers Weekly. Successful best-selling series such as Percy Jackson and the Olympians, The Heroes of Olympus, and the Trials of Apollo, based on Greek and Roman mythology; the Kane Chronicles, based on Ancient Egyptian mythology; and Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, based on Norse mythology have captivated middle grade audiences since their release.

Now Rick Riordan is back with the penultimate adventure for Apollo, a mortal sixteen-year-old trying to earn his way back into Zeus’s favor by restoring five oracles in The Trials of Apollo #4: The Tyrant’s Tomb. Narrated by Apollo, this book demonstrates the disparity between his godly assumptions and his reality which makes for a hilarious continuation to the series.

Synopsis of The Trials of Apollo #4: The Tyrant’s Tomb

In his penultimate adventure, a devastated but determined Apollo travels to Camp Jupiter, where he must learn what it is to be a hero, or die trying.

It’s not easy being Apollo, especially when you’ve been turned into a human and banished from Olympus. On his path to restoring five ancient oracles and reclaiming his godly powers, Apollo (aka Lester Papadopoulos) has faced both triumphs and tragedies. Now his journey takes him to Camp Jupiter in the San Francisco Bay Area, where the Roman demigods are preparing for a desperate last stand against the evil Triumvirate of Roman emperors. Hazel, Reyna, Frank, Tyson, Ella, and many other old friends will need Apollo’s aid to survive the onslaught. Unfortunately, the answer to their salvation lies in the forgotten tomb of a Roman ruler… someone even worse than the emperors Apollo has already faced.

About The Trials of Apollo Series

After angering his father Zeus, the god Apollo is cast down from Olympus. He lands in New York City as a mortal teenage boy. Now, without his godly powers, the deity must learn to survive in the modern world until he can somehow find a way to regain Zeus’s favor.

If your tweens have loved the first three books in the series (The Hidden Oracle, The Dark Prophecy, and The Burning Maze), they’ll love knowing the beloved characters from the Roman Camp Jupiter are back to aid Apollo in his quest. This also means that there are plenty of villains who will complicate matters for our heroes as they search for the ancient Oracles.

Fulfill Your Own Prophecy By Entering to Win a Trials of Apollo Prize Pack!

Disney Book Group is providing one (1) winner with the following Trials of Apollo #4 prize pack:

  • The The Hidden Oracle
  • Branded goodies including a puzzle, pencil, and Camp Jupiter t-shirt
  • Plus a $50 Visa gift card to fulfill a prophecy!

Enter using the Rafflecopter form below and please note that this giveaway open to US addresses only. 

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  1. Kelly D says

    The Greek god Poseidon is my favorite because he is the god of the sea and protects the waters.

  3. mami2jcn says

    My tween recently read the series of dog books by W. Bruce Cameron: A Dog’s Journey, A Dog’s Purpose, A Dog’s Way Home, and A Dog’s Promise.

  8. John Smith says

    “Leave a comment about who your favorite Greek or Roman god or goddess is and why.” I will choose Eros, because he’s humble and lovable.

  9. John Smith says

    “Leave a comment sharing a favorite series that your tween read recently.” The “Five Worlds” graphic novels are really terrific, and we recommend them!

  11. Julie Wood says

    I like Athena the Goddess of Wisdom and for her being very intelligent and well rounded woman.

  30. Heather! says

    Technically, Echo wasn’t a goddess but an Oread or nymph. But she is my favorite person from Greek mythology because I have always loved her story! It is sad, although I don’t understand why she fell in love with Narcissus in the first place. Most significantly, ‘Echo’ is my cat’s name (and I think it’s beautiful)! 🙂

  31. Heather! says

    I actually read the whole *Life As We Knew It* series! I used to be a YA librarian, and still love those books.

  32. Leidy Ruiz says

    I like Athena because she was wise, courageous and very intelligent. Thank you for the chance to win

  46. Betsy Barnes says

    My favorite Geek Goddess is Athena. Goddess of Wisdom because she is very intelligent and strong,

  49. Kayla Klontz says

    I love Poseidon because he was the first I ever learned of and he’s in one of my favorite movies.

  52. Amanda Whitley says

    my favorite is Aphrodite because she is the goddess of love and fertility and i am pregnant and my name is latin for lovable so she is relatable