Percy Jackson & the Olympianscontinues Rick Riordan’s story withWrath of the Triple Goddesson September 24, andthe newest addition to the beloved fantasy series will see Percy seeking out a second recommendation letterfor New Rome University. The seventhPercy Jackson & the Olympiansbook is easily one ofthe biggest fantasy releases of September, and it’s arguably among themost-anticipated novels of the entire year. It arrives one year afterThe Chalice of the Gods,which started Percy’s quest to get into demigod college.
While a year between sequels is by no means a long time,some readers may need a refresher on what’s happening in Percy’s lifebefore digging intoWrath of the Triple Goddess.The Chalice of the Godssets the stage for plenty more antics in its 2024 sequel, which promises a different quest and plot. However, details from the previous book are bound to carry over, so it’s worth remembering where Riordan’s series left off.
10Percy Jackson Is Now A Senior In High School
Chalice Of The Gods Picks Up During His Final Year
Thefirst fivePercy Jackson & the Olympiansbookstake place when Percy is in middle school, butThe Chalice of the Godsjumps to his senior year of high school. This, of course, fits with the premise of getting into college. Still, it’s definitely an adjustment to step into a teenage Percy’s point of view. And those picking upWrath of the Triple Goddessthis September can count on seeing more of his high school career as he prepares for adulthood.
Riordan captures this transition well inThe Chalice of the Gods,which shows Percy grappling with leaving his childhood home and thinking about the future. With any luck, the seventhPercy Jackson & the Olympiansnovel will continue to dig into topics like these, even if the god of old age doesn’t make an appearance.Such themes make Percy’s coming-of-age story more believable, and it highlights how much he has grown — and is still growing — since discovering his demigod status.
9Percy Is Planning To Attend New Rome University For College
The Demigod School Is Located In California
WhenThe Chalice of the Godsopens, Percy is committed to attending college in California so that he can stay with Annabeth. A meeting with his new guidance counselor, Eudora, reveals thathe’s expected to go to New Rome University. This is essentially a college for demigods, and it’s located in California as well. While Percy initially bristles at the idea that he’s supposed to follow this path, Poseidon confirms that he’s expected to.
Thus begins the premise of Riordan’s newestPercy Jacksonbooks, which follow Percy’s journey to getting accepted to New Rome University. Fortunately, good grades from high school aren’t a requirement to enroll in this institution. However,Percy must get recommendation letters from the Greek gods and goddessesif he hopes to attend New Rome University. And with such short notice, that’s easier said than done.
8Three Divine Recommendation Letters Are Required For New Rome University
Percy Must Do Quests For The Greek Gods & Goddesses
In order to attend New Rome University, Percy needs three recommendation letters from the Greek gods and goddesses — andhe can only obtain these by doing quests for them. They need to request his services, andThe Chalice of the Godssees Ganymede enlisting Percy to find the titular goblet after it gets stolen. Ganymede being Zeus' cup-bearer ramps up the stakes of this quest, as the king of the gods will be angry if he realizes it’s missing.
Once again, his future will depend on completing a quest — and it could put his life on the line in addition to his college education.
It’s important to remember why Percy is embarking on new quests before diving intoWrath of the Triple Goddess.After all,this provides the context for Percy’s next adventure. He’ll be tasked with pet-sitting for Hecate, which sounds easy on paper. However, judging by the 2024 sequel’s premise, it will be anything but. Once again, his future will depend on completing a quest — and it could put his life on the line in addition to his college education.
7The Olympian Council Requires Percy To Pay Off A Debt
This Is For Being A Child Of The Big Three
InThe Chalice of the Gods,Poseidon tells Percy that he must attend New Rome University becausehe owes a debt to the Olympian Council. Percy is perplexed at first, exclaiming that he doesn’t have any student debt yet. However, he soon learns that this debt is a byproduct of existing. Because he’s achild of the Big Three, the gods have expectations for him — and he’d be unwise to defy them. This is what motivates him during these laterPercy Jackson & the Olympianbooks, and it’s likely to come up again.
After all, it’s not exactly fair that Percy’s future is being decided by such an unfair debt.It wouldn’t be surprising ifWrath of the Triple Goddessor its sequel addressed thisfurther. Perhaps Percy will strike a deal with the Olympian gods, finding a way out of his debt he owes. He could still end up at New Rome University, but it should really be on his own terms.
6Percy’s Time At Camp Half-Blood Is Over
Demigods Typically Move On When They Become Adults
The Chalice of the Godsreveals thatPercy’s final summer at Camp Half-Blood has come and gone, so the iconic location probably won’t appear much inWrath of the Triple Goddess.Riordan’s 2023 novel expands on what becomes of demigods as adults — and it sounds like their lives become pleasantly dull. Once demigods reach adulthood, they typically don’t return to camp. This is because they’re no longer ideal targets for monsters, and thus, they’re attacked much less.
New Rome University will see Percy entering another institution full of demigods like himself, but after that, it sounds like he’ll return to a relatively ordinary world. Fortunately,he remains close with Grover and Annabeth, even when they’re all in different places. But part of the reason Grover and Annabeth are so eager to help Percy with these quests is because it will feel “like old times.”
5Percy & Annabeth Are Thriving In The New Percy Jackson Books
The Series' Central Couple Is Still Together
Percy and Annabeth attend different high schools in Riordan’s newestPercy Jacksonbooks, but their relationship is still thriving.They seem closer than ever after the events ofPercy Jackson & the OlympiansandThe Heroes of Olympus,and Annabeth has even grown closer to Percy’s family. It’s nice to see the couple together inThe Chalice of the Gods,and given their plans to leave for college with one another, their romance will probably continue intoWrath of the Triple Goddess.
The two of them seem to be just as close with Grover inThe Chalice of the Godsas well, so we’re likely to see more great friendship moments betweenPercy Jackson’s trio in Riordan’s upcoming book. Despite no longer going to Camp Half-Blood, Percy is maintaining his most important relationships. This could make the story more emotional as he steps closer towards adulthood inWrath of the Triple Goddess.However, it also highlights how unbreakable the bonds betweenPercy Jackson’s main charactersare.
4Sally & Paul Are Married And Expecting A Baby
Percy’s Family Gives Him A Reason To Come Home From College
Not much has changed for Percy and Annabeth, butthe dynamics of Percy’s home life change inThe Chalice of the Gods.His mother and step-father, Paul, are married and reveal they’re expecting a child in the 2023 novel. This makes it more difficult for Percy to leave for college, but it also gives him a great reason to come home. Percy will have a little sibling, and he seems excited by the prospect of this new relationship. The fact that Sally, Paul, Annabeth, and Grover all get along so well is also a sweet addition to the series.
It’s refreshing to see Percy and Sally thriving like this, particularly after Sally’s unfortunate relationship with Gabe throughout the originalPercy Jackson & the Olympianbooks.
It’s refreshing to see Percy and Sally thriving like this, particularly after Sally’s unfortunate relationship with Gabe throughout the originalPercy Jackson & the Olympianbooks. And since Percy is still living at home inWrath of the TripleGoddess,his mother and step-father are bound to play a role in the sequel.Readers might even meet Percy’s new sibling in an upcoming novel, though with Sally’s due date falling in March, this will happen after Percy gets his third recommendation letter.
3Percy Earns The Respect Of Geras & Ganymede
His Actions In Chalice Of The Gods Could Help Him Later
The Chalice of the Godsconcludes with Percy winning the respect of Geras, the god of old age, when he embraces his mortality — and then retrieving the titular goblet from him. Geras tells Percy that he looks forward to wrestling with him again, suggesting readers might see the Greek god again before Riordan’s books are through. By returning the chalice to Ganymede, Percy also wins Zeus' cup-bearer to his side. Ganymede even tells him that he “won’t forget this,” suggesting he could repay Percy with more than a letter of recommendation one day.
Riordan is no stranger to bringing back familiar faces in his books, so it’s possible we’ll see these gods inWrath of the Triple Goddess,even if they’re in less prominent roles. Alternatively, they could appear in a laterPercy Jacksonsequel or spinoff. Their goodwill could come in handy when Percy needs it most.
2Percy Gets Athena’s Approval (Sort Of)
She Helps Him Because Of His Relationship With Annabeth
A Greek figure who will almost certainly appear in morePercy Jacksonbooks is Athena, the goddess of wisdom and Annabeth’s mother.Percy gets Athena’s approval in a strange way inThe Chalice of the Gods,as she finds him sneaking into Zeus' brunch under the pastry cart. Rather than giving him up, Athena helps Percy escape Zeus' notice and make contact with Ganymede.
As Annabeth notes duringThe Chalice of the Gods’final chapter,this means Athena knows how serious her daughter is about her relationship with Percy. Even if Athena doesn’t understand why they care for each other, she clearly respects their romance enough to help Percy out. This is big news for the young demigod, and having Athena in his court could help him in the future.
1Poseidon Is Interested In Percy’s Life At The End Of Chalice Of The Gods
He Could Show Up Again In Wrath Of The Triple Goddess
Percy is late for school after delivering the Chalice of the Gods to Zeus' palace, butPoseidon calls and informs the institution that Percy will be tardy. Given how infrequently the gods participate in their children’s lives, this is a huge deal. And when Percy speaks to Poseidon on the phone at the end ofThe Chalice of the Gods,it’s obvious he’s taking more of an interest in the young demigod’s life. Percy seems happy about this, which means the two of them are gradually mending their relationship.
he 2024 sequel could further strengthen their bond, making Poseidon a far more interesting character in the process.
If Poseidon is watching what Percy does,he’ll probably appear inWrath of the Triple Goddessas well. The 2024 sequel could further strengthen their bond, making Poseidon a far more interesting character in the process. Disney’sPercy JacksonTV show manages this well, so it’d be nice to see Riordan’s books take a similar route with the character. Only time will tell ifPercy Jackson & the Olympiansfeatures more heartwarming father-son moments, butThe Chalice of the Godsoffers hope.
Percy Jackson & The Olympians
A young demigod named Percy Jackson learns about his divine heritage and must navigate a world where Greek mythology intersects with modern life. Alongside friends from Camp Half-Blood, he faces mythical creatures, uncovers family secrets, and undertakes perilous quests to thwart ancient prophecies. The series intricately weaves classical mythology with contemporary challenges, exploring themes of bravery, loyalty, and self-discovery, captivating audiences with its rich blend of adventure and timeless legends.
