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Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief
Start of Percy Jackson and the Olympians seriesby Rick Riordan
4.72013400 pages
Why you'll love it:
Another Rick Riordan book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.
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The best books like The Mark of Athena are:
- 1Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan4.7Series starter
- 2The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan4.7Series starter
- 3The Wishing Spell (The Land of Stories) by Chris Colfer4.3#1
- 4The Wizards of Once by Cressida Cowell4.7
- 5Diary of an 8-Bit Warrior: Finding the Witch by Cube Kid4.8
- 6The Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire) by Tui T. Sutherland4.7Series starter
- 7Keeper of the Lost Cities by Shannon Messenger4.4
- 8Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow by Jessica Townsend4.6
- 9Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling4.8
- 10Warriors Graphic Novel: The Prophecies Begin, Part Three of Three: A Full-Color Graphic Novel Adaptation of the Warriors Cats Series by Erin Hunter4.8
When Greek and Roman demigods are forced to unite against the awakening Earth Mother Gaea and her army of giants, their fragile alliance faces the ultimate test. The heroes must sail to ancient Greece itself to find the mysterious Doors of Death, but old rivalries and deadly prophecies threaten to tear them apart before they can save the world.
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The Red Pyramid
Start of Kane Chronicles seriesby Rick Riordan
4.72010516 pages
Why you'll love it:
Another Rick Riordan book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.
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The Wishing Spell (The Land of Stories)
The Land of Stories #1 (works standalone)by Chris Colfer
4.32012
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a whimsical and heartwarming tone that will resonate with The Mark of Athena fans.
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by Cressida Cowell
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Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a adventurous and heartwarming tone that will resonate with The Mark of Athena fans.
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by Cube Kid
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Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a light and adventurous tone that will resonate with The Mark of Athena fans.
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The Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire)
Start of Wings of Fire seriesby Tui T. Sutherland
4.72012336 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a hopeful but tense tone that will resonate with The Mark of Athena fans.
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by Shannon Messenger
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Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a hopeful and adventurous tone that will resonate with The Mark of Athena fans.
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by Jessica Townsend
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Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a whimsical but earnest tone that will resonate with The Mark of Athena fans.
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by J.K. Rowling
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Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a warm and wonder-filled tone that will resonate with The Mark of Athena fans.
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by Erin Hunter
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This fantasy shares a adventurous and noble tone that will resonate with The Mark of Athena fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Mark of Athena
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief📚 Series starter | Rick Riordan | 4.7 | 2013 | 400 | Same author |
| The Red Pyramid📚 Series starter | Rick Riordan | 4.7 | 2010 | 516 | Same author |
| The Wishing Spell (The Land of Stories) | Chris Colfer | 4.3 | 2012 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Wizards of Once | Cressida Cowell | 4.7 | 2017 | 300 | Similar vibes |
| Diary of an 8-Bit Warrior: Finding the Witch | Cube Kid | 4.8 | 2025 | 96 | Similar vibes |
| The Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire)📚 Series starter | Tui T. Sutherland | 4.7 | 2012 | 336 | Start a new series |
| Keeper of the Lost Cities📚 Series starter | Shannon Messenger | 4.4 | 2012 | 496 | Start a new series |
| Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow📚 Series starter | Jessica Townsend | 4.6 | 2018 | 512 | Start a new series |
| Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone | J.K. Rowling | 4.8 | 1997 | 320 | Similar vibes |
| Warriors Graphic Novel: The Prophecies Begin, Part Three of Three: A Full-Color Graphic Novel Adaptation of the Warriors Cats Series | Erin Hunter | 4.8 | 2024 | 272 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Mark of Athena?
The most similar books to The Mark of Athena are Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief, The Red Pyramid, The Wishing Spell (The Land of Stories).
What should I read after The Mark of Athena?
After finishing The Mark of Athena, readers most commonly pick up Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Rick Riordan, such as The House of Hades.
Who writes books like Rick Riordan?
Authors similar to Rick Riordan include Lisa McMann, Andrew Peterson, Jessica Townsend, Erin Hunter, Jasper Fforde.
What genre is The Mark of Athena?
The Mark of Athena is a Fantasy novel by Rick Riordan, published in 2012.
How long is The Mark of Athena?
The Mark of Athena varies in length depending on edition.
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About The Mark of Athena
The Greek and Roman demigods will have to cooperate in order to defeat the giants released by the Earth Mother, Gaea. Then they will have to sail together to the ancient land--Greece itself--to find the Doors of Death.