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The Hidden Oracle

by Rick Riordan · Trials of Apollo #1 · 376 pages · Published May 2016
Spoiler-light guide Series order included Similar books included
3.94 / 5 across 220K ratings
Spice: ❄️ (0/5)

A funny, adventurous Middle Grade middle grade fantasy built around god turned mortal, greek mythology, quest. 376 pages and a satisfying conclusion.

Best for readers who want…

Funny. Adventurous. Diverse.

Funny Adventurous Diverse

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Funny Adventurous Diverse
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Content notes

Violence
God Turned Mortal
Greek Mythology
Quest
Book profile

Mood, trope, and intensity breakdown

How this book actually feels — based on mood analysis, not publisher blurbs.

Mood profile
Romance
10%
Fantasy
75%
Pacing
3/5
Darkness
1/5
Spice
0/5
Core elements
Genre
Middle Grade Fantasy
Mythology
Moods
Funny
Adventurous
Diverse
Key Tropes
God Turned Mortal
Greek Mythology
Quest
Ending
Satisfying
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FAQ

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Is The Hidden Oracle spicy?

No spice (0/5) — clean read with no heat.

Do I need to read The Hidden Oracle in order?

The Hidden Oracle is book 1 in the Trials of Apollo series. Start here.

Who would enjoy The Hidden Oracle?

Readers who love funny and adventurous stories with god turned mortal and greek mythology. Best suited for Middle Grade readers and up.

What kind of read is The Hidden Oracle?

A funny, adventurous Middle Grade middle grade fantasy built around god turned mortal, greek mythology, quest. 376 pages and a satisfying conclusion.

What are the content warnings for The Hidden Oracle?

Content notes include: violence. Sort By Cravings always flags these so you can make informed choices.

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📚 Last reviewed: March 2026 Guide verified against current edition
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