The Sword of Summer
by Rick Riordan · Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, Book 1 series · Grade 5-8 · Ages Ages 10-14
Magnus Chase is a witty kid living on the streets of Boston when he learns that Norse myths are much more real than he ever imagined. After a surprising family secret is revealed, Magnus is pulled into a quest involving gods, monsters, and a powerful lost sword.
Key vocabulary
Norse means connected to the old stories, people, and gods of places like Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Iceland.
Mythology is a collection of old stories about gods, heroes, monsters, and how people explained the world.
A quest is an important journey to find something or complete a brave task.
A rune is an old letter or symbol that people once carved into stone, wood, or metal.
Valhalla is a grand hall from Norse myths where brave warriors go after death.
Einherjar are warriors in Norse myths who live in Valhalla and train for a great future battle.
A berserker is a fierce warrior from old Norse stories who fights with wild energy.
An heirloom is a special object passed down in a family, like a treasured necklace, sword, or book.