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Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Chalice of the Gods (A BRAND NEW PERCY JACKSON ADVENTURE) — Content Guide for Parents

By Rick RiordanPenguin Random House Children's UK2023-09-26ISBN 9780241647578288 pages
Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Chalice of the Gods (A BRAND NEW PERCY JACKSON ADVENTURE)

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

THE INSTANT NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER

The original hero. A brand-new adventure.


Percy Jackson has saved the world multiple times - battling monsters, Titans, even giants - but these days the modern-day son of Poseidon is hoping for a regular final year at school.

Too bad the Greek gods have other plans, and three new quests for Percy to complete.

First up: the cupbearer of the gods, Ganymede, is missing his golden chalice. Not only is this embarrassing (why do the gods keep losing their magical items?), it's also potentially disastrous. One sip from the cup will turn any mortal into a powerful god. And the old gods do not take kindly to newbies.

Can Percy and his friends Annabeth and Grover find the chalice before it falls into the wrong hands? And even if they do, will they be able to resist its awesome power. . .?

Readers new to the Percy Jackson universe and long-time fans will love this epic adventure - full of legendary heroes, mythical creatures, ancient Greek gods and enduring friendship - from the global bestseller Rick Riordan.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Chalice of the Gods (A BRAND NEW PERCY JACKSON ADVENTURE) appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The story includes scenes of peril involving killer chickens and poisonous horned serpents, as well as threats from angry gods, which contribute to a moderate level of violence throughout the narrative. No specific scary content was identified in the search results, indicating that while there are perilous situations, they do not appear to be framed as frightening for the target audience.

  • Does Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Chalice of the Gods (A BRAND NEW PERCY JACKSON ADVENTURE) have violence?

    The story includes scenes of peril involving killer chickens and poisonous horned serpents, as well as threats from angry gods, which contribute to a moderate level of violence throughout the narrative.

  • Does Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Chalice of the Gods (A BRAND NEW PERCY JACKSON ADVENTURE) have scary content?

    No specific scary content was identified in the search results, indicating that while there are perilous situations, they do not appear to be framed as frightening for the target audience.

  • Does Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Chalice of the Gods (A BRAND NEW PERCY JACKSON ADVENTURE) have religious themes?

    The book incorporates elements of Greek mythology, featuring gods and goddesses such as Hebe, the goddess of youth. The narrative draws heavily on mythological symbolism and themes, reflecting the beliefs and practices of ancient Greek religion.

  • Does Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Chalice of the Gods (A BRAND NEW PERCY JACKSON ADVENTURE) have racial/cultural content?

    The search results do not indicate that race is a central theme or plot element in 'The Chalice of the Gods.' While there are mentions of diversity in casting for adaptations, these do not reflect themes of racism or identity politics in the book itself.

  • Does Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Chalice of the Gods (A BRAND NEW PERCY JACKSON ADVENTURE) have profanity?

    The search results indicate that there may be instances of mild profanity, particularly in user reviews expressing frustration with character developments and plot points, although specific examples are not detailed.

  • Does Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Chalice of the Gods (A BRAND NEW PERCY JACKSON ADVENTURE) have climate change?

    No references to climate themes or environmentalism were found in the search results, indicating that this topic is not addressed in the narrative.

  • Does Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Chalice of the Gods (A BRAND NEW PERCY JACKSON ADVENTURE) have sexual identity?

    The narrative contains references to the sexual exploits of gods, described in a light manner, with phrases like 'get cuddly with' and 'extremely naughty.' There is also a mention of sexual assault in the context of the gods' behavior.

  • Does Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Chalice of the Gods (A BRAND NEW PERCY JACKSON ADVENTURE) have gender roles?

    The narrative includes strong female characters and addresses themes of fairness regarding gender representation among the gods, suggesting a critique of traditional gender roles. However, the framing is not explicitly feminist, focusing more on character dynamics.

  • Does Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Chalice of the Gods (A BRAND NEW PERCY JACKSON ADVENTURE) have lgbtq+ themes?

    The Percy Jackson series has included LGBTQ+ characters, such as Nico di Angelo, who is explicitly identified as gay. The author, Rick Riordan, has expressed his intention to include LGBTQ+ representation in his works, which suggests a normalization of these identities within the narrative.