Now in paperback the third entry in Rick Riordans New York Times 1 bestselling Norse mythology trilogy which features a cameo from Percy Jackson. Magnus Chase a oncehomeless teen is a resident of the Hotel Valhalla and one of Odins chosen warriors. As the son of Frey the god of summer fertility and health Magnus isnt naturally inclined to fighting. But he has strong and steadfast friends including Hearthstone the elf Blitzen the dwarf and Samirah the Valkyrie and together they have achieved brave deeds such as defeating Fenris Wolf and battling giants for Thors hammer Mjolnir. Now Magnus faces his most dangerous trial yet. His cousin Annabeth recruits her boyfriend Percy Jackson to give Magnus some pointers but will his training be enough Loki is free from his chains. Hes readying Naglfar the Ship of the Dead complete with a host of giants and zombies to sail against the Asgardian gods and begin the final battle of Ragnarok. Its up to Magnus and his friends to stop him but to do so they will have to sail across the oceans of Midgard Jotunheim and Niflheim in a desperate race to reach Naglfar before its ready to sail. Along the way they will face angry sea gods hostile giants and an evil firebreathing dragon. Magnuss biggest challenge will be facing his own inner demons. Does he have what it takes to outwit the wily trickster god Includes a bonus short story from 9 from the Nine Worlds and an excerpt from Sal and Gabi Break the Universe by Carlos Hernandez. show more