3 books. 1,402 pages. Fun energy from start to finish. The Magnus Chase series by Rick Riordan is the kind of middle grade fantasy commitment that rewards you for every page. Whether you're starting fresh or picking back up, this is your roadmap.
Publication order — the way Rick Riordan intended. Each book links to our full mood and spice guide.
A fun, adventurous Middle Grade middle grade fantasy built around norse gods, valhalla, quest. 499 pages and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →A fun, diverse Middle Grade middle grade fantasy built around norse gods, trans representation, quest. 471 pages and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →A fun, epic Middle Grade middle grade fantasy built around ragnarok, viking ship, resolution. 432 pages and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →The heat stays consistent across the series.
The Sword of Summer is book 1 and the intended starting point. It introduces everything you need — characters, world, and the fun energy that define the entire series. No prequels or companion novels required.
Read the full guide for The Sword of Summer →Read the Magnus Chase series in publication order: 1. The Sword of Summer, 2. The Hammer of Thor, 3. The Ship of the Dead. This is the intended reading order by Rick Riordan.
The Magnus Chase series has 3 books totaling 1,402 pages. We have full mood and spice profiles for every book in the series.
The Magnus Chase series is low-heat, averaging 0/5. If you want clean or mild reads, this series delivers.
The Magnus Chase series is a middle grade fantasy series by Rick Riordan with fun, adventurous, diverse vibes. Check each book's full guide for a spoiler-free breakdown of mood, tropes, and fit.
Start with The Sword of Summer — it's book 1 and introduces everything you need. Our full guide for The Sword of Summer breaks down the mood, spice, and what to expect.