The Blood of Olympus — Content Guide for Parents

Frequently asked questions

• Is The Blood of Olympus appropriate for a 7-year-old?

  The book contains references to past violent events, including the slaughter of Odysseus's wife's suitors and the abuse Reyna suffered. There are also mentions of battles involving mythological creatures, which include swordplay and bloodshed, though the violence is often not graphic as creatures turn to dust upon death. The book features action and danger typical of a fantasy adventure but does not contain genuinely frightening content that would cause fear or distress. Monsters may be decapitated, but they disappear into dust, making the violence less intense.

• Does The Blood of Olympus have violence?

  The book contains references to past violent events, including the slaughter of Odysseus's wife's suitors and the abuse Reyna suffered. There are also mentions of battles involving mythological creatures, which include swordplay and bloodshed, though the violence is often not graphic as creatures turn to dust upon death.

• Does The Blood of Olympus have scary content?

  The book features action and danger typical of a fantasy adventure but does not contain genuinely frightening content that would cause fear or distress. Monsters may be decapitated, but they disappear into dust, making the violence less intense.

• Does The Blood of Olympus have religious themes?

  No religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies are explicitly present in the book's narrative. The story revolves around Greek and Roman mythology but does not engage with religious themes in a serious manner.

• Does The Blood of Olympus have racial/cultural content?

  The book features racial diversity among its main characters, including Frank Zhang, who is Canadian Chinese, and Hazel Levesque, who is Black. This representation is part of the narrative and contributes to the overall diversity of the characters.

• Does The Blood of Olympus have profanity?

  The book includes mild profanity, such as the phrase 'full of schist' and mentions of a magic horse that swears, which is understood only by the character Percy. This language is light and humorous rather than offensive.

• Does The Blood of Olympus have climate change?

  There are no explicit themes related to climate activism or environmentalism in the book. The focus is primarily on mythological adventures and character interactions.

• Does The Blood of Olympus have sexual identity?

  While there is LGBTQ+ representation, there is no explicit sexual content described in the book. The narrative focuses on adventure and character development without delving into sexual themes.

• Does The Blood of Olympus have gender roles?

  The book includes strong female characters but does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. While there are discussions around femininity and strength, these do not form a central theme of the narrative.

• Does The Blood of Olympus have lgbtq+ themes?

  The book includes LGBTQ+ representation with characters Nico, who is gay, and Will Solace, who is bisexual. This representation is noted as part of the narrative, contributing to the diversity of characters within the story.