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

October 15, 2019 By Leticia

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!

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Prizing and samples provided by Disney Book Group. Amazon affiliate links are included in this post.

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  1. Kelly D says

    October 15, 2019 at 9:03 am

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

  2. mami2jcn says

    October 15, 2019 at 9:44 am

    I like Aphrodite because she’s the goddess of love.

  3. mami2jcn says

    October 15, 2019 at 9:49 am

    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.

  4. HS says

    October 15, 2019 at 10:10 am

    I love Pan, the God of Nature.

  5. Elle says

    October 15, 2019 at 10:43 am

    Harry Potter is a favorite series.

  6. Elle says

    October 15, 2019 at 10:45 am

    My favorite goddess is Athena because she symbolizes wisdom and courage.

  7. latanya says

    October 15, 2019 at 10:49 am

    I like Zeus because he is strong

  8. John Smith says

    October 15, 2019 at 10:55 am

    “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

    October 15, 2019 at 10:56 am

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

  10. latanya says

    October 15, 2019 at 11:06 am

    I put the wrong info in the box, here is my tweet link https://twitter.com/sweetums82/status/1184123126902415361

  11. Julie Wood says

    October 15, 2019 at 11:18 am

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

  12. Julie Wood says

    October 15, 2019 at 11:28 am

    My daughter read the Little House in the Prairie series. She loves the books and show!

  13. Nerlande says

    October 15, 2019 at 11:39 am

    I like athena because of her strength and wisdom

  14. Nerlande says

    October 15, 2019 at 11:41 am

    I don’t have any kids but I’ve read Little house on the prairie

  15. Elena says

    October 15, 2019 at 11:41 am

    I like Hera, the goddess of women, marriage and family because she was promoting family values

  16. Elena says

    October 15, 2019 at 11:49 am

    My son likes to read Harry Potter

  17. Sandra Preti says

    October 15, 2019 at 11:55 am

    My favorite is Athena because she is the goddess of wisdom!

  18. Jeanna says

    October 15, 2019 at 1:03 pm

    I would have to say Athena because she was very smart!

  19. Jeanna says

    October 15, 2019 at 1:05 pm

    My daughter likes The Descendant’s series.

  20. Sara Zielinski says

    October 15, 2019 at 3:23 pm

    I like Poiseidon because he controls the seas.

  21. Janet W. says

    October 15, 2019 at 3:53 pm

    Athena because she’s the goddess of wisdom and intelligence.

  22. Edye says

    October 15, 2019 at 7:04 pm

    I like Poseidon! I like the water aspect.

  23. DEBIJOT says

    October 15, 2019 at 8:35 pm

    Athena because she represents wisdom.

  24. shelly peterson says

    October 15, 2019 at 8:55 pm

    My son likes Zeus because he is the god of the gods

  25. shelly peterson says

    October 15, 2019 at 9:03 pm

    My son is reading the Spirit Animals books

  26. Ellie Wright says

    October 15, 2019 at 11:40 pm

    I like Hermes because he was bright and trustworthy.

  27. bn100 says

    October 16, 2019 at 1:16 am

    Athena because smart

  28. Lauren says

    October 16, 2019 at 9:28 am

    I like Zeus because of his power.

  29. Madonna says

    October 16, 2019 at 1:45 pm

    I like HYPNOS because I can always use more sleep

  30. Heather! says

    October 16, 2019 at 4:27 pm

    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

    October 16, 2019 at 4:29 pm

    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

    October 17, 2019 at 2:37 am

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

  33. Bridgett Wilbur says

    October 17, 2019 at 12:41 pm

    Zeus because he is strong and powerful.

  34. Nidhi C says

    October 17, 2019 at 7:54 pm

    I like Pan, the God of Nature.

  35. Nidhi C says

    October 17, 2019 at 7:56 pm

    My tween recently read Harry Potter series and became a fan of Harry.

  36. Natalie says

    October 18, 2019 at 9:05 am

    I like Apollo because he is a symbol of strength, courage and bravery!

  37. Natalie says

    October 18, 2019 at 9:12 am

    We love the Anne of Green Gables book series!

  38. Ken C says

    October 18, 2019 at 10:14 am

    I like Apollo as I like music and poetry, in Riordan’s world he is quite funny too.

  39. Susan Christy says

    October 18, 2019 at 12:10 pm

    Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty. Because I love everything about love.

  40. samantha says

    October 18, 2019 at 2:29 pm

    Greek God Zeus! I loved his son and the entire story. he seemed real to me.

  41. Dolly says

    October 18, 2019 at 7:56 pm

    Rick Riordan is Zain’s favorite writer! His favorite Greek God is Demeter!

  42. Mandi Smith says

    October 19, 2019 at 8:47 pm

    My favorite goddess is the Goddess of wisdom Athena.

  43. Sara Zielinski says

    October 20, 2019 at 3:28 pm

    I like the hunger games series.

  44. heather says

    October 20, 2019 at 9:12 pm

    My favorite goddess has always been Athena because she represents widdom.

  45. Mary Cloud says

    October 20, 2019 at 10:58 pm

    Call me crazy but Medusa because she could turn people getting on her nerves to stone.

  46. Betsy Barnes says

    October 21, 2019 at 5:54 pm

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

  47. sarah says

    October 21, 2019 at 10:30 pm

    I like Diana, goddess of the wild or of the hunt and protected women.

  48. sarah says

    October 21, 2019 at 10:35 pm

    A favorite series was the Thoroughbred series by Joanna Campbell

  49. Kayla Klontz says

    October 22, 2019 at 1:27 am

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

  50. Shelly Dixon says

    October 22, 2019 at 10:16 am

    Diana, she was strong and fierce

  51. Ashley says

    October 22, 2019 at 10:51 am

    Aphrodite because she’s the goddess of love.

  52. Amanda Whitley says

    October 22, 2019 at 1:14 pm

    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

  53. Sandra Preti says

    October 22, 2019 at 1:22 pm

    Harry Potter!

  54. Lisa says

    October 22, 2019 at 2:00 pm

    I am not too familiar with any of them. I have heard of Zeus.

  55. Amanda Whitley says

    October 22, 2019 at 2:46 pm

    my tween loves the Disney villiain series.

  56. Dynal Roberson says

    October 22, 2019 at 10:11 pm

    I Like Eris, personally.

  57. Melissa L. says

    October 23, 2019 at 3:13 pm

    Mine is Zeus because he’s the guy in charge!

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