It’s nearly time to head back to Camp Half-Blood!

Disney has announced that fans of “Percy Jackson” can expect a new season of the popular series reboot sometime in 2025. The show, featuring Walker Scobell as the young demigod, is based on Rick Riordan’s book series. Additionally, the books were adapted into a movie in 2010 starring Logan Lerman and Alexandra Daddario.

As excitement builds for the second season, it’s an ideal moment to revisit the original books and explore other fantasy stories rooted in Greek mythology.

Similar books to ‘Percy Jackson’

The first installment of the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, “The Lightning Thief,” introduces us to Percy, a 12-year-old who learns that he is the son of Poseidon, a Greek god. Suddenly, the myths he read about in school come to life.

We’ve compiled a list of eight books that share similar themes and adventures, catering to middle-grade, young adult, and adult readers. These selections are perfect for both younger audiences and adult fans of “Percy Jackson” seeking a more mature narrative.

‘Threads That Bind’ by Kika Hatzopoulou

Young Adult: “Threads That Bind” explores the lives of the Fates’ descendants in a realm where godly children inherit divine abilities. Io, the youngest of the Ora sisters, employs her powers as a private investigator, embarking on a quest to uncover who is kidnapping women and unleashing their spirits as vengeful spirits in the nearly submerged city of Alante.

‘The Song of Achilles’ by Madeline Miller

Adult: This novel gives a fresh perspective on Homer’s epic tale, “The Iliad.” It centers on the magnetic Achilles, son of the sea goddess Thetis and King Peleus, and Patroclus, a socially awkward prince banished from his kingdom. Together, they train in war and medicine, forming an unbreakable bond as they navigate the trials of the Trojan War in the hands of fate.

‘Amari and the Night Brothers’ by B.B. Alston

Middle-Grade: In “Amari and the Night Brothers,” we follow a 13-year-old girl who becomes immersed in a magical realm after her brother Quinton goes missing. Devastated by his absence, Amari discovers Quinton’s hidden secrets, including his nomination to try out for the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs. She takes on his role in this extraordinary world, competing against the privileged elite while trying to master a banned power to uncover the truth about her brother.

‘The Colossus Rises’ by Peter Lerangis

Middle-Grade: Described as “Percy Jackson meets Indiana Jones,” “The Colossus Rises” is the inaugural installment of Peter Lerangis’s “Seven Wonders” series. It follows Jack McKinley, an ordinary boy who learns he has a limited time to find seven magical artifacts hidden across the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

‘Clytemnestra’ by Costanza Casati

Adult: This fantasy narrative revolves around Clytemnestra, the lesser-known sibling of Helen of Troy. “Clytemnestra” explores her union with the ruthless Agamemnon during the Trojan War, giving depth to the infamous figure as she struggles for power and decides between embracing forgiveness or seeking revenge to ease her pain.

‘The Sunbearer Trials’ by Aiden Thomas

Young Adult: Drawing from Mexican mythology, ten teenage demigods are selected to compete in The Sunbearer Trials. The champion will bring light and life to the temples, while the defeated will sacrifice themselves to sustain the people of Reino del Sol for the next ten years. In a surprising twist, the god Sol chooses two unexpected contenders: the son of the god of misfortune and Teo, a Jade semidiós and the transgender offspring of Quetzal, the bird goddess.

‘Athena’s Child’ by Hannah Lynn

Adult: “Athena’s Child” portrays Medusa’s transformation from a revered beauty to a feared figure, addressing “the historical injustices faced by women who defy societal norms,” according to the publisher. The story begins as young Medusa seeks the protection of the goddess Athena, but soon attracts Poseidon’s attention, leading to Perseus becoming a pawn of the gods tasked with the daunting mission of slaying her.

‘Skandar and the Unicorn Thief’ by A.F. Steadman

Middle Grade: “Skandar and the Unicorn Thief” features a 13-year-old whose aspiration is to become a unicorn rider. However, during his exam day, everything goes awry, jeopardizing his years of preparation. Just then, a mysterious stranger shows up, launching Skandar into a perilous quest to protect the wild unicorns on the Island.

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