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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.
10 Best Books Like The Red Pyramid
If you loved The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
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The best books like The Red Pyramid are:
- 1Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan4.7Series starter
- 2The Hidden Oracle by Rick Riordan4.6#1
- 3Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling4.8
- 4The Wishing Spell (The Land of Stories) by Chris Colfer4.3#1
- 5The Wizards of Once by Cressida Cowell4.7
- 6Diary of an 8-Bit Warrior: Finding the Witch by Cube Kid4.8
- 7Keeper of the Lost Cities by Shannon Messenger4.4
- 8Half Upon a Time by James Riley4.6
- 9The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl by Stacy McAnulty4.8
- 10The Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire) by Tui T. Sutherland4.7Series starter
When siblings Carter and Sadie Kane's Egyptologist father accidentally unleashes the Egyptian god Set during a museum experiment, their mundane lives are shattered as they discover they're descendants of ancient pharaohs with incredible magical powers. Racing against time to prevent Set from destroying the world, the siblings must master the ways of Egyptian magic while navigating a hidden world where ancient gods walk among us. With only five days to save their father and stop an apocalyptic storm, Carter and Sadie embark on a deadly quest that will test the limits of their newfound abilities and their bond as brother and sister.
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The Hidden Oracle
Trials Of Apollo #1 (works standalone)by Rick Riordan
4.62017376 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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by J.K. Rowling
4.81997320 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a warm and wonder-filled tone that will resonate with The Red Pyramid fans.
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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 Red Pyramid fans.
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by Cressida Cowell
4.72017300 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a adventurous and heartwarming tone that will resonate with The Red Pyramid fans.
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by Cube Kid
4.8202596 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a light and adventurous tone that will resonate with The Red Pyramid fans.
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by Shannon Messenger
4.42012496 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a hopeful and adventurous tone that will resonate with The Red Pyramid fans.
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by James Riley
4.62010401 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a adventurous and witty tone that will resonate with The Red Pyramid fans.
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by Stacy McAnulty
4.82019320 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a heartwarming and authentic tone that will resonate with The Red Pyramid 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 Red Pyramid fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Red Pyramid
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief📚 Series starter | Rick Riordan | 4.7 | 2013 | 400 | Same author |
| The Hidden Oracle | Rick Riordan | 4.6 | 2017 | 376 | Same author |
| Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone | J.K. Rowling | 4.8 | 1997 | 320 | Similar vibes |
| 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 |
| Keeper of the Lost Cities📚 Series starter | Shannon Messenger | 4.4 | 2012 | 496 | Start a new series |
| Half Upon a Time | James Riley | 4.6 | 2010 | 401 | Similar vibes |
| The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl | Stacy McAnulty | 4.8 | 2019 | 320 | Similar vibes |
| The Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire)📚 Series starter | Tui T. Sutherland | 4.7 | 2012 | 336 | Start a new series |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Red Pyramid?
The most similar books to The Red Pyramid are Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief, The Hidden Oracle, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.
What should I read after The Red Pyramid?
After finishing The Red Pyramid, 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 Jennifer A. Nielsen, Brandon Mull, James Riley.
What genre is The Red Pyramid?
The Red Pyramid is a Fantasy novel by Rick Riordan, published in 2010. It features elements of Egypt, Mythology, Magic.
How long is The Red Pyramid?
The Red Pyramid is 516 pages long.
