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The Heroes of Olympus, Book Five The Blood of Olympus (new cover) — Content Guide for Parents

By Rick RiordanDisney-Hyperion2019-09-24ISBN 9781368051705560 pages
The Heroes of Olympus, Book Five The Blood of Olympus (new cover)

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

About this book

Though the Greek and Roman crewmembers of the Argo II have made progress in their many quests, they still seem no closer to defeating the earth mother, Gaea. Her giants have risen-all of them-and they're stronger than ever. They must be stopped before the Feast of Spes, when Gaea plans to have two demigods sacrificed in Athens. She needs their blood-the blood of Olympus-in order to wake.

The demigods are having more frequent visions of a terrible battle at Camp Half-Blood. The Roman legion from Camp Jupiter, led by Octavian, is almost within striking distance. Though it is tempting to take the Athena Parthenos to Athens to use as a secret weapon, the friends know that the huge statue belongs back on Long Island, where it might be able to stop a war between the two camps.

The Athena Parthenos will go west; the Argo II will go east. The gods, still suffering from multiple personality disorder, are useless. How can a handful of young demigods hope to persevere against Gaea's army of powerful giants? As dangerous as it is to head to Athens, they have no other option. They have sacrificed too much already. And if Gaea wakes, it is game over. The accessible and dramatic cover art by graphic novelist Nilah Magruder will attract a new generation of fans.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Heroes of Olympus, Book Five The Blood of Olympus (new cover) appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book contains references to past violent events, including historical accounts of violence and personal trauma experienced by characters, such as Reyna's abuse and the mention of battles. These elements are part of the narrative but are not depicted graphically. While the book features action and danger involving ancient monsters, it is not described as genuinely frightening. The content is more adventurous than scary, suitable for its target audience.

  • Does The Heroes of Olympus, Book Five The Blood of Olympus (new cover) have violence?

    The book contains references to past violent events, including historical accounts of violence and personal trauma experienced by characters, such as Reyna's abuse and the mention of battles. These elements are part of the narrative but are not depicted graphically.

  • Does The Heroes of Olympus, Book Five The Blood of Olympus (new cover) have scary content?

    While the book features action and danger involving ancient monsters, it is not described as genuinely frightening. The content is more adventurous than scary, suitable for its target audience.

  • Does The Heroes of Olympus, Book Five The Blood of Olympus (new cover) have religious themes?

    No religious content in the book itself. The story revolves around demigods and mythological themes but does not explicitly discuss religious practices or beliefs.

  • Does The Heroes of Olympus, Book Five The Blood of Olympus (new cover) have racial/cultural content?

    The book features racial diversity among its characters, including a Hawaiian character named Mike Kahale. The narrative acknowledges and includes characters from different racial backgrounds, contributing to its overall diversity.

  • Does The Heroes of Olympus, Book Five The Blood of Olympus (new cover) have profanity?

    The book includes mild language, such as a phrase 'full of schist' and mentions of a magic horse that swears, which is humorous and light in tone. However, it does not contain strong profanity.

  • Does The Heroes of Olympus, Book Five The Blood of Olympus (new cover) have climate change?

    No climate themes are present in the book. The narrative focuses on mythological adventures and character development without addressing environmental issues.

  • Does The Heroes of Olympus, Book Five The Blood of Olympus (new cover) have sexual identity?

    No explicit sexual content is present in the book. The narrative focuses on adventure and character relationships without delving into sexual themes.

  • Does The Heroes of Olympus, Book Five The Blood of Olympus (new cover) have gender roles?

    The book features a diverse cast of characters, including strong female leads, but does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. The representation of gender is present but not a central theme.

  • Does The Heroes of Olympus, Book Five The Blood of Olympus (new cover) have lgbtq+ themes?

    The book includes LGBTQ+ representation with the characters Nico being gay and Will Solace being bisexual. This representation is explicitly mentioned in the narrative, contributing to the diversity of characters in the series.