106 pages • 3 hours read
Rick RiordanThe Sword of Summer
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2015A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In The Sword of Summer, 16-year-old Magnus Chase discovers he's the son of a Norse god and retrieves a powerful sword. After dying in battle with a fire giant, he’s taken to Valhalla, where he learns of his destiny to prevent Ragnarok. With friends, Magnus escapes Valhalla, gathers allies from Norse mythology, and uses his new abilities to confront existential threats. Includes references to parent loss and homelessness.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Rick Riordan's The Sword of Summer garners praise for its engaging fusion of Norse mythology and humor. Younger audiences appreciate the relatable protagonist and fast-paced plot. However, some readers feel the narrative occasionally relies too heavily on Riordan's established formula, making it predictable. Overall, it's an entertaining read suitable for fans of myth-based adventures.
Who Should Read The Sword of Summer?
Readers who enjoy The Sword of Summer by Rick Riordan are typically fans of action-packed fantasy with humor, Norse mythology, and teen protagonists. Similar to Riordan's Percy Jackson series, these readers might also appreciate J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series and C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia.
RecommendedReading Age
10-14yearsLexile Level
630L