The Trials of Apollo Book One The Hidden Oracle (Special Limited Edition)
by Rick Riordan
Disney-Hyperion 2016
Easy read — content targets 6th grade and up
Reading level 5.5 (5th grade) but themes aimed at ages 11+
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Genre
Themes
- identity
- redemption
- friendship
- courage
- humility and responsibility
- found family
- myth and modern life
- loyalty
About this book
Banished from Olympus, the god Apollo crashes to Earth as a powerless teenage boy named Lester Papadopoulos. To regain his place among the gods, he must survive monsters, outwit enemies, and team up with demigods at Camp Half-Blood to uncover why the ancient oracles have gone silent. Packed with humor, action, and Greek myth, this series opener welcomes new readers while delighting Percy Jackson fans with familiar faces. Ideal for middle schoolers who love fast-paced fantasy with a witty narrator.
Setting: modern-day New York City and Camp Half-Blood
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Trials of Apollo Book One The Hidden Oracle (Special Limited Edition) right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for The Trials of Apollo Book One The Hidden Oracle (Special Limited Edition). The reading level is AR 5.5, 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 identity, redemption, friendship.
How long does it take to read The Trials of Apollo Book One The Hidden Oracle (Special Limited Edition)?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, The Trials of Apollo Book One The Hidden Oracle (Special Limited Edition) takes around 10h to finish. The book has 103,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Trials of Apollo Book One The Hidden Oracle (Special Limited Edition) have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Trials of Apollo Book One The Hidden Oracle (Special Limited Edition) has an AR quiz available, worth 16 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 The Trials of Apollo Book One The Hidden Oracle (Special Limited Edition)?
The Trials of Apollo Book One The Hidden Oracle (Special Limited Edition) has an AR reading level of 5.5, 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.