



Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard
4 books
The Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard series by Rick Riordan has 3 books. Start with The Sword of Summer (2016), then read the rest in the order below. Related works without a series number, like companions and adaptations, are listed after them.
Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard reading order

The Sword of Summer
Rick Riordan
Thor's legendary hammer has gone missing, and this time it's fallen into the hands of enemies who threaten to unleash Ragnarok upon the Nine Worlds. Young Magnus Chase finds himself thrust into a perilous quest to retrieve the weapon before the mortal realms are left defenseless against an onslaught of giants. To succeed, Magnus must navigate the treacherous landscape of Norse mythology, facing gods and monsters alike. The fate of existence hinges on his ability to outwit Loki, the cunning trickster god, whose price for cooperation is steep and dangerous.

The Hammer of Thor
Rick Riordan
Thor’s mighty hammer has vanished, leaving the mortal world vulnerable to an impending invasion by giants. Magnus Chase and his allies must navigate dangerous realms, ancient prophecies, and unpredictable Norse gods to recover the missing weapon before chaos erupts. Blending fast-paced adventure, irreverent humor, and richly imagined mythology, the novel explores friendship, courage, identity, and the responsibility that comes with extraordinary power. It is an exhilarating continuation of Magnus’s journey through a vividly modern—and perilous—world of Norse legend.

The Ship of the Dead
Rick Riordan
Loki has broken free from his chains and is gathering an army of giants and the dead to launch Naglfar, the Ship of the Dead, against the gods. Magnus Chase and his fiercely loyal crew must cross the Nine Worlds, recover the ingredients needed to challenge the trickster, and face dangers ranging from ancient monsters to bitterly cold realms. Along the way, friendship, courage, identity, sacrifice, and the power of choosing one’s own destiny take center stage. Blending Norse mythology with sharp humor, high-stakes adventure, and heartfelt character moments, this thrilling conclusion to Magnus’s quest delivers an epic voyage unlike any other.

9 from the Nine Worlds
Rick Riordan
Journey across all Nine Worlds of Norse mythology in this lively collection of nine interconnected short stories, each narrated by a different character from the Magnus Chase universe. From gods and Valkyries to mythical creatures and inhabitants of the realms beyond Midgard, the tales offer fresh perspectives on familiar legends and beloved characters. Packed with humor, adventure, modern touches, and Norse lore, the collection expands the world of the series while exploring courage, identity, friendship, and the many possibilities of the afterlife. A pronunciation guide and glossary provide helpful context for readers eager to delve deeper into its fantastical mythology.