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Tyrant's Tomb, The-The Trials of Apollo, Book Four Hardcover – September 24, 2019

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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.




"A clash of mythic intrigues and centuries of pop culture to thrill die-hard and new fans alike."--Kirkus Reviews

  • #1 New York Times best-selling series
  • Rick Riordan is considered the "storyteller of the gods" because of his five #1 New York Times bestselling series based on mythology
  • A continuation of the Percy Jackson saga, but it also stands alone
  • A new take on Greek and Roman mythology from the point of view of a fallen god
  • Brings back beloved demigod characters from the Percy Jackson and Heroes of Olympus series
  • Introduces new demigods
  • Villains are based on Roman emperors
  • Features a diverse cast with people from all kinds of backgrounds and lifestyles
  • Perfect for middle schoolers but can be enjoyed by older readers, too


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.




Don't miss the exciting Book 4 in this bestselling series set in the Percy Jackson universe!
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Also by #1 New York Times best-selling author Rick Riordan, author of The Percy Jackson series: The best-selling author of Percy Jackson and the Olympians takes on ancient Egypt in the first book of a trilogy that offers a modern-day portal into a rich fantastical world of ancient myth. The world’s foremost expert in bringing ancient stories to life for modern young readers through fast-paced, hilarious, and high-stakes adventure quests turns to Norse mythology for the first time. Rick Riordan, the best-selling author of the Percy Jackson series, pumps up the action and suspense in The Lost Hero, the first book in The Heroes of Olympus series. The classic first book about Percy Jackson, the troubled boy who discovers he is the son of Poseidon, and his adventures with demigods, monsters, and Greek gods. Book One in the #1 New York Times best-selling Percy Jackson and the Olympians series gets the graphic novel treatment from three big names in the comic book industry.

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PRAISE FOR THE BURNING MAZE

" . . . this is Riordan, so there’s plenty of snarky banter and comedy mixed in among the drama. Amid the cinematic pacing and well-choreographed action scenes, Riordan squeezes in plenty of character development into the expanding cast of characters, even minor ones who don’t get a lot of page space. Riordan’s fans will appreciate seeing some familiar faces in this puzzle-filled installment, and a cliff-hanger ending will make them eager for the sequel."―Booklist

PRAISE FOR THE DARK PROPHECY

"Riordan sets a blistering pace for this book, making it hard to put down and even when the story takes a break from the action, there is some mystery to be revealed or some dream to visit."―The Nerd Daily

Amazon's Best Children's Books of 2019 - ages 9-12
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Goodreads Choice Awards 2019 - Best Middle Grade Childrens

About the Author

Rick Riordan, dubbed “storyteller of the gods” by Publishers Weekly, is the author of five #1 New York Times best-selling middle grade series with millions of copies sold throughout the world: 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. Rick collaborated with illustrator John Rocco on two #1 New York Times best-selling collections of Greek myths for the whole family: Percy Jackson’s Greek Gods and Percy Jackson’s Greek Heroes. Rick is also the publisher of an imprint at Disney-Hyperion, Rick Riordan Presents, dedicated to finding other authors of highly entertaining fiction based on world cultures and mythologies. He lives in Boston, Massachusetts with his wife and two sons. Follow him on Twitter at @RickRiordan.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Disney Hyperion; First Edition (September 24, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 448 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1484746449
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1484746448
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 10 - 13 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 750L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 5 - 9
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  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.8 x 1.4 x 8.67 inches
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Rick Riordan is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, the Kane Chronicles, and the Heroes of Olympus. He is also the author of the multi-award-winning Tres Navarre mystery series for adults.

For fifteen years, Rick taught English and history at public and private middle schools in the San Francisco Bay Area and in Texas. In 2002, Saint Mary's Hall honored him with the school's first Master Teacher Award.

While teaching full time, Riordan began writing mystery novels for grownups. His Tres Navarre series went on to win the top three national awards in the mystery genre - the Edgar, the Anthony and the Shamus. Riordan turned to children's fiction when he started The Lightning Thief as a bedtime story for his oldest son.

Today over 35 million copies of his Percy Jackson, Kane Chronicles, and Heroes of Olympus books are in print in the United States, and rights have been sold into more than 35 countries. Rick is also the author of The 39 Clues: The Maze of Bones, another #1 New York Times bestseller.

Rick Riordan now writes full-time. He lives in Boston with his wife and two sons.

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4.8 out of 5 stars
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Customers find the storyline fantastic, imaginative, and interesting with non-stop action, snarky humor, and wild twists. They also love the sense of humor throughout the book and the characters' amazing ability to come to life. Readers describe the book as extremely well written and easy to follow. They find the emotional tone sad, funny, heartwarming, and sweet at the same time. Customers also say the themes are great ways to learn about mythology and pathos and growth.

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Customers find the storyline fantastic, imaginative, and interesting. They say the book addresses compelling and complex ideas than they had imagined. Readers also appreciate the good twists and non-stop action. They mention the series keeps touching them in unexpected ways.

"...He also does a bang-up job giving Apollo, who starts out as a typical arrogant, egotistical god with a superiority complex, a delightful character..." Read more

"This was a very intense the book. With Diana and all the hunters at the end of even reminiscing Jasons death" Read more

"...We not only get a harrowing adventure but a truly epic battle that helps wrap this book up and set it apart from what came before." Read more

"...These books surpass the competition with their depth of storytelling, characters, light delivery, joyful spirit, great plot and action...." Read more

31 customers mention "Readability"31 positive0 negative

Customers find the book extremely well written, witty, and easy to follow. They also appreciate the author's choice of words and history.

"...He creates an easy read - with characters you already know and love (if you follow his work like I have) but you can also jump in with cold feet and..." Read more

"This is a well-written, action-packed story. The characters are fully-developed and the mythology of Apollo fascinating...." Read more

"...The premise of this book was really well done and the writing had a great flow.  This was a lot more of a fast paced adventure...." Read more

"...Robbie Daymond is also a skillful narrator, who brings all the characters to life and left me chuckling in my seat multiple times...." Read more

27 customers mention "Comedy"27 positive0 negative

Customers find the sense of humor throughout the book to be fun, witty, and endearing. They also appreciate the great plot and action.

"...As always, Riordan is witty, often laugh-out-loud funny as he blends pop culture..." Read more

"The humor lands, the action in the battles roars, and yes Apollo/Lester sucks...." Read more

"...all these parts so well you are simply immersed in the story, laughing throughout and enjoying the ride...." Read more

"...It pleases boredom and is addicting. Humor and modernizing makes it extreme enjoyable. This book is hands-down perfect." Read more

17 customers mention "Characters"14 positive3 negative

Customers find the characters in the book amazing. They mention that they come to life and change from one book to another.

"...Apollo is such a great character for continuous humour, pathos and growth, as he navigates the mortal world as an arrogant fallen god suffering as..." Read more

"This is a well-written, action-packed story. The characters are fully-developed and the mythology of Apollo fascinating...." Read more

"...Lester makes a lot of good character development, becoming less whiny (still with the big ego personality) and more empathetic...." Read more

"...action, snarky humor, wild twists, amazing world building, and endearing characters...." Read more

10 customers mention "Themes"10 positive0 negative

Customers find the themes in the book great ways to learn about mythology, with amazing world building and endearing characters. They also appreciate the growing up and pathos of the characters. Overall, readers describe the book as a great addition and the most mature in nature.

"...Apollo is such a great character for continuous humour, pathos and growth, as he navigates the mortal world as an arrogant fallen god suffering as..." Read more

"...The characters are fully-developed and the mythology of Apollo fascinating...." Read more

"...are here: non-stop action, snarky humor, wild twists, amazing world building, and endearing characters...." Read more

"...So hard to stop reading once I started & such a great way to learn about mythology. Can’t wait for the fifth book !" Read more

9 customers mention "Emotional tone"9 positive0 negative

Customers find the emotional tone of the book sad, funny, heartwarming, and sweet all at the same time. They also say there are good parts and plenty of sad ones as well.

"...with their depth of storytelling, characters, light delivery, joyful spirit, great plot and action...." Read more

"Another pop culture, jokes, and tears filled book. Apollo and Meg join the 12th to fight emperors and a king...." Read more

"...It is so, so funny, but also heart warming, sad, exciting, and fun. One of the my favorite bonuses is learning about Greek and Roman Gods...." Read more

"...Lots of good parts and plenty of sad ones as well. Can't wait to read the next book in the series." Read more

9 customers mention "Pacing"9 positive0 negative

Customers find the pacing of the book fast. They also appreciate the sense of humor throughout.

"Great condition and speedy delivery!" Read more

"I thoroughly enjoy these books. Riordon's irreverent style and fast paced action make them a great read. Book five won't be out until Sep 2020...." Read more

"...This was nearly all action it moved very fast. Looking forward to the finale!" Read more

"I simply loved it. It was a faster read than I had anticpated because the story just flowed...." Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars I credit Riordan's writing for engendering my son's love of reading
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2024
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Having recently read Rick Riordan’s Heroes of Olympus series, I decided to tackle his Trials of Apollo series (which includes The Hidden Oracle, The Dark Prophecy, The Burning Maze, The Tyrant’s Tomb, and The Tower of Nero) and found it just as enjoyable.

Zeus blames Apollo for the happenings that occur previously in the Heroes of Olympus series and, to punish his son, drops him literally into a garbage dumpster in New York City—sans his immortality and godly powers—with a junior driver’s license proclaiming him to be Lester Papadopoulos. He’s got to survive as a flabby, sixteen-year-old boy with pimples until he can convince his dad to allow Apollo to return to Olympus. A mortal Apollo has plenty of enemies who’d like to see him dead, including former friends, enemies, and lovers such as Caligula, Nero, and Commodus as well as his ancient enemy, Python. He teams up with Meg, a daughter of Demeter and step-daughter of Nero, who claims Apollo as his slave.

As always, Riordan is witty, often laugh-out-loud funny as he blends pop culture (Apollo apparently knew and influenced everyone from jazz musicians to rock-and-rollers) with twists on Greek and Roman mythology. He also does a bang-up job giving Apollo, who starts out as a typical arrogant, egotistical god with a superiority complex, a delightful character arc as he becomes more human, more tolerant, more caring. The book is a rousing, rollicking adventure with a great message for youngsters. I have previously credited Riordan’s writing for triggering my son’s love of reading, and that certainly would apply to this series—except that he’s now an adult reading Star Wars books ad nauseum.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wow
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This was a very intense the book. With Diana and all the hunters at the end of even reminiscing Jasons death
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5.0 out of 5 stars What a riveting continuation of the Apollo Set
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If you love mythology, history, culture, romance, and some good old fashion war with a plethora of plucky teenagers. This is your series. Now, start at the beginning because this is book 4 if you haven’t already. For those ready to dive in - this is just a fluid continuation of Riordan’s work. He never ceases to surprise me and every page turn has me on the edge of my mental seat. He creates an easy read - with characters you already know and love (if you follow his work like I have) but you can also jump in with cold feet and experience this series separate from the rest. Apollo - is a Greek god. He has many talents but among everything he is a boastful and proud god. Therefore, it comes as no shock that his father (Zues) chooses to punish him by making him a puny human. Yes, we are a fragile bunch of beings compared to the immortal life of a god. On his set of adventures through Riordan’s work we face Roman’s of old who have worked their way into our modern times and pose threat to life as we know it. They are the worst of the worst and it is a sacrifice these teens make to keep the rest of us normals safe. But no matter, despite how dire things always seem, the wit and sheer will of this group will surpass all odds and have you rooting for them even in the darkest pits of hell. You know, where Hades rules. So, pick it up, continue in your journey, and wait oh so impatiently for the next book to arrive...
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ivory6194
5.0 out of 5 stars another great book in the Trials of Apollo series
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2024
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Apollo and Meg have made it to Camp Jupiter which is still standing after the previous attack. However, the Triumvirate is not done and now an ancient Roman king, Tarquin, has decided to attack the camp and New Rome as well. Will Apollo and Meg be able to find the silent god and set him free from Tarquin's bonds? Will Camp Jupiter and New Rome survive the attacks of the Triumvirate? Another great book in the Trials of Apollo series. I have enjoyed watching the characters grow and mature as the series progresses and am looking forward to the last book in the series.
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Jacob Castillo
4.0 out of 5 stars Apollo sucks but he’s funny
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2024
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The humor lands, the action in the battles roars, and yes Apollo/Lester sucks. We not only get a harrowing adventure but a truly epic battle that helps wrap this book up and set it apart from what came before.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A class of its own
Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2019
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Rick Riordan has made his own genre with his fantastic books of mythology in the present day, crossed with ADHD teens and wit. Riordan blends all these parts so well you are simply immersed in the story, laughing throughout and enjoying the ride. These books surpass the competition with their depth of storytelling, characters, light delivery, joyful spirit, great plot and action.

This Apollo series is no exception and may be my favourite. Apollo is such a great character for continuous humour, pathos and growth, as he navigates the mortal world as an arrogant fallen god suffering as an unattractive pimply teen. The (bad) poetry of this former poetry god is just so funny. Seeing the world through his eyes and some lovely moments in this book soothes some of the tragedy in this story, although I still can’t get over that this series killed off a major hero of other books.

Apollo’s growth in this book is delightful. Although, this growth didn’t lead quite where I expected with the calling of a god. I thought it may be self fulfilling. Nope. He is, contrarily, getting both more godly and more human. Apollo’s character does overshadow the rest, who could do with more development. I feel like Meg is a forgotten main character.

It’s hard rating these books because they are in a class of their own, where you end up comparing them to other Riordan books, rather than the industry norms. They are all simply shades of five stars.

Five stars for another highly recommended Riordan series.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good book
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Kay Houston
5.0 out of 5 stars An Exceptional Read...
Reviewed in Canada on December 23, 2023
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Bought it along with the ones that didnt come in the 3 book paperback set. This one was truly excellent...
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Amo los libros del mundo de Percy Jackson, que son básicamente todos los que ha escrito Rick Riordan. Esta cuarta entrega de "Las pruebas de Apolo" me gustó muchísimo. Hace mucho quería saber qué fue de uno de mis personajes favoritos, Reyna, una de las semidiosas más poderosas del mundo. También me gusta que el autor va involucrando a personajes más diversos, y que su fuerza no radica en las aptitudes físicas, sino que hay diferentes maneras de probar que eres fuerte como a través de la naturaleza o incluso el baile. Es una narrativa muy fácil de leer, aun si es en inglés, está lleno de humor y música, es totalmente genial.
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5.0 out of 5 stars One of the greatest series you will read
Reviewed in India on June 14, 2023
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The book, no actually the entire series is just too addictive. Once you start reading it there is no stopping. I swear rick Riordan's writing is just too amazing. This series is very highly recommended (After reading the previous series). This is very underrated. The plot is absolutely fantastic. This book will make you happy and sad and more happy. Please do read it
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