Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief

Written by the same author, this series swaps Greek gods for Egyptian mythology while maintaining the same witty, fast-paced narrative voice. It features siblings discovering their divine heritage and embarking on a high-stakes quest to save the world.

This story follows twins who are thrust into a world of immortal historical figures and ancient myths hidden within the modern world. Like Percy, the protagonists must quickly master newfound abilities while being hunted by powerful entities.

Amari discovers a hidden supernatural world while searching for her missing brother, mirroring Percy's journey of being an outsider who finds a place where they belong. It features a competitive training environment and a strong sense of wonder.

Before The Hunger Games, Collins wrote this urban fantasy about a boy who falls into a secret world beneath New York City. It shares the 'reluctant hero' archetype and features a gritty yet imaginative take on prophecy and war.

Part of the 'Rick Riordan Presents' imprint, this book does for Hindu mythology what Percy Jackson did for Greek myths. It features a highly relatable, humorous protagonist who accidentally unleashes a cosmic threat and must fix it.

This series features a sharp-tongued skeleton detective and a young girl entering a world of magic. Fans of Percy's sarcasm and the 'hidden world' aspect of Riordan's books will appreciate the dark humor and intense action sequences.

Centered on Mayan mythology, this story follows a boy with a physical disability who discovers his connection to ancient gods. It captures the same 'ordinary kid in extraordinary circumstances' vibe that made Percy Jackson a hit.

This novel weaves together West African mythology and African American folklore into a modern-day adventure. Like Percy, Tristan is a grieving boy who must find his inner strength to navigate a world of gods and monsters.

Morrigan Crow is a 'cursed' child who escapes death to enter a magical city where she must compete for a place in a prestigious society. It matches the whimsical yet dangerous atmosphere of Camp Half-Blood.

Drawing heavily from Norse mythology and Saxon history, this adventure follows a young apprentice bard on a quest to the land of the trolls. It offers a slightly more historical but equally epic mythological journey.