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Achilles, "the best of all the Greeks," son of the cruel sea goddess Thetis and the legendary king Peleus, is strong, swift, and beautiful, irresistible to all who meet him. Patroclus is an awkward young prince, exiled from his homeland after an act of shocking violence. Brought together by chance, they forge an inseparable bond, despite risking the gods' wrath.

They are trained by the centaur Chiron in the arts of war and medicine, but when word comes that Helen of Sparta has been kidnapped, all the heroes of Greece are called upon to lay siege to Troy in her name. Seduced by the promise of a glorious destiny, Achilles joins their cause, and torn between love and fear for his friend, Patroclus follows. Little do they know that the cruel Fates will test them both as never before and demand a terrible sacrifice.

The Trials of Apollo series by Rick Riordan is a thrilling five-book adventure that follows the Greek god Apollo, who has been cast down to Earth in mortal form as punishment by Zeus. Stripped of his divine powers, Apollo must navigate the challenges of being human while seeking to regain his place on Mount Olympus. A

longside his new demigod friends, Apollo embarks on dangerous quests to defeat the powerful Roman emperors who threaten the world, all while confronting his own past mistakes. Filled with humor, mythology, action, and heart, this series is a must-read for fans of the Percy Jackson universe.

The "Percy Jackson & the Olympians" series by "Rick Riordan" is a thrilling middle-grade fantasy adventure centered around "Percy Jackson", a 12-year-old boy who discovers he is a demigod—the son of Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea. Over the course of five books, Percy embarks on numerous quests to save both the mortal and divine worlds from powerful ancient threats.

Set in a modern-day world where the Greek gods, monsters, and heroes still exist, Percy must come to terms with his divine heritage while facing mythical creatures, uncovering prophecies, and learning the power of friendship and courage. With the help of his loyal friends Annabeth Chase, the daughter of Athena, and Grover, a satyr, Percy navigates Camp Half-Blood, a sanctuary for demigods, and battles against the forces of Kronos, the Titan lord who threatens to overthrow the gods.

The series blends fast-paced action, humor, and Greek mythology in an accessible and exciting way for young readers. It also delves into themes of identity, loyalty, and overcoming challenges, making it not only an entertaining read but also one with meaningful messages. The five books in the series are: "The Lightning Thief", "The Sea of Monsters", 'The Titan's Curse", "The Battle of the Labyrinth", and "The Last Olympian", each building on the last as Percy faces increasingly difficult trials leading to an epic final showdown.