Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, Book 2 The Hammer of Thor (The Special Limited Edition)
by Rick Riordan
Disney-Hyperion 2016
Easy read — content targets 6th grade and up
Reading level 5.1 (5th grade) but themes aimed at ages 11+
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- identity and acceptance
- courage
- teamwork
- found family
- loyalty
- good vs. evil
- mythology and heroism
About this book
Magnus Chase and his friends race to recover Thor’s missing hammer before giants and other Norse threats bring chaos to the Nine Worlds. Along the way, Magnus teams up with a diverse crew—old friends and a fierce new shapeshifter—to outwit tricksters and survive hilarious, high-stakes quests. Packed with fast-paced action, humor, and Norse mythology, this second Magnus Chase adventure keeps readers turning pages. Perfect for middle schoolers who like laugh-out-loud banter, clever world-building, and teamwork-driven heroics.
Setting: modern-day Boston and the Nine Worlds of Norse mythology
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, Book 2 The Hammer of Thor (The Special Limited Edition) right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, Book 2 The Hammer of Thor (The Special Limited Edition). The reading level is AR 5.1, which is typical for 5th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 11+ (6th grade and up). Themes include friendship, identity and acceptance, courage.
How long does it take to read Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, Book 2 The Hammer of Thor (The Special Limited Edition)?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, Book 2 The Hammer of Thor (The Special Limited Edition) takes around 14h to finish. The book has 142,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, Book 2 The Hammer of Thor (The Special Limited Edition) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, Book 2 The Hammer of Thor (The Special Limited Edition) has an AR quiz available, worth 20 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, Book 2 The Hammer of Thor (The Special Limited Edition)?
Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, Book 2 The Hammer of Thor (The Special Limited Edition) has an AR reading level of 5.1, which places it at a 5th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.