Book description
A Hero's Final College Run: "The Chalice of the Gods"
Rick Riordan proves once again that he can turn a myth into an adventure that feels both fresh and familiar. In this B&N Exclusive edition, the pages glow with stenciled edges and a touch of stained-glass charm-an extra visual treat for fans who already love Percy's world.
The story picks up right where we left off: Percy Jackson is ready to say goodbye to demigods and chaos, stepping into the humdrum life of a senior year. But Olympus has other plans. Three quests, three letters of recommendation, one goblet that could rewrite destiny-Percy, Grover, and Annabeth are back together for what feels like the grand finale of their friendship.
What makes this book stand out is how Riordan balances nostalgia with new humor. The trio's banter is as sharp as ever, and the stakes feel genuinely high: a cup-bearer's goblet that could fall into "the wrong hands" (and we're not just talking about a cafeteria spill). The pacing keeps readers on their toes-each chapter feels like a sprint toward college acceptance, while still offering enough Greek mythological depth to satisfy long-time fans.
Even if you've never read the earlier books, this volume works as a standalone. The world-building is concise yet vivid, and the characters are introduced with just enough backstory to make you care instantly. Yet for those who have followed Percy's journey from The Lightning Thief, there's an extra layer of delight in watching familiar faces grow and collaborate again.
In short, "The Chalice of the Gods" delivers a satisfying blend of humor, heart, and mythic adventure. It's a perfect wrap-up to the series that leaves readers smiling-and maybe dreaming about their own college essays-while staying true to Riordan's signature style.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
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Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience