The Trials of Apollo #2 : The Dark Prophecy

Literary awards - Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Middle Grade & Children's (2017).

In Rick Riordan's thrilling sequel to the Trials of Apollo series, set within the dynamic world of Percy Jackson, the god Apollo finds himself trapped in the awkward guise of a teenage boy, banished from Mount Olympus as punishment.

Embarking on his second daunting and often comical trial, Apollo, alongside his companions, endeavors to locate and revive the ancient oracles—a crucial step in reclaiming his divine status. However, their quest is fraught with peril, particularly as they venture into the haunted depths of a cave nestled in the American Midwest. Here lies a potential solution to Apollo's plight, but navigating its dangers without succumbing to madness or death proves a formidable challenge.

Standing in Apollo's path is the menacing presence of the second member of the sinister Triumvirate—an insidious Roman emperor whose thirst for bloodshed and spectacle rivals even that of Nero. To emerge victorious, Apollo must rely on the aid of a now-mortal goddess, a steadfast bronze dragon, and the familiar faces of demigods from Camp Half-Blood.

With this eclectic ensemble by his side, Apollo must confront the greatest trial he has faced in his four thousand years of existence. Will he emerge triumphant, or will the forces arrayed against him prove insurmountable?