The Lightning Thief
Percy discovers he’s a demigod — and that he’s been accused of stealing Zeus’s lightning bolt.
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- 6 books
- 2005–2023
- Ongoing series
A twelve-year-old with ADHD and a knack for trouble finds out his dad is a Greek god. Summer camp now comes with monsters.
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How to read the Percy Jackson books in order
There are 6 books in the Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan, released between 2005 and 2023. The series isn’t finished yet, and new books will be added here as they come out. The best place to start is The Lightning Thief (2005).
Start with The Lightning Thief. The Chalice of the Gods came out years after the first five books and continues Percy's story. Rick Riordan's related series, such as The Heroes of Olympus, are best read after these.
Percy Jackson reading order
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The Sea of Monsters
Camp Half-Blood is in danger, and the cure is somewhere in the Sea of Monsters.
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The Battle of the Labyrinth
An ancient maze runs beneath America, and the enemy wants to use it to reach camp.
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The Chalice of the Gods
Percy needs college recommendation letters. From gods. It goes about how you’d expect.
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The author is still writing this series. New books will be added here as they’re announced.
Quick answers
What is the first Percy Jackson book?
The Lightning Thief (2005) is the best place to start the Percy Jackson series.
How many Percy Jackson books are there?
There are 6 books in the Percy Jackson series so far, and the author is still writing it.
What order should I read the Percy Jackson books in?
In this order: The Lightning Thief, The Sea of Monsters, The Titan’s Curse, The Battle of the Labyrinth, The Last Olympian, The Chalice of the Gods.