Books like Percy Jackson and the Olympians: 7 classics to read next
These classic books offer Greek myths, heroic quests, and magical children's adventures for readers who loved Percy Jackson and the Olympians. Start with The Heroes, where Perseus, Jason, and Theseus face monsters and dangerous journeys.
The Heroes
Charles Kingsley
Young Greek heroes battle monsters with divine help, sharing the appeal of a young demigod undertaking dangerous quests.
3 h 10 min readMedium
The Enchanted Castle
E. Nesbit
Ancient Greek deities coming alive among children recall Greek gods intruding on modern American life, alongside a ring that makes wishes troublesome.
4 h 40 min readMedium
Old Greek Stories
James Baldwin
Greek gods and mortal heroes confront monsters in retellings that bring the mythological encounters of Percy Jackson and the Olympians into focus.
2 h 50 min readMedium
Tales of Troy and Greece
Andrew Lang
Monsters, prophecies, and meddling gods surround Greek heroes, echoing the appeal of a young demigod undertaking dangerous quests.
6 h 10 min readMedium
The Odyssey
Homer
Poseidon's anger and Athena's aid shape a homeward voyage, recalling the divine dangers surrounding Percy Jackson and the Olympians.
8 h 20 min readMedium
The Iliad
Homer
Children of gods fight while Olympians take sides, sharing the entanglement of divine and human lives found in Percy Jackson and the Olympians.
9 h 50 min readMedium
The Phoenix and the Carpet
E. Nesbit
Children befriend an ancient phoenix during magical travels, offering a creature-guided adventure alongside the appeal of funny friendships among children of ancient gods.
4 h 10 min readMedium
What are the best classic books like Percy Jackson and the Olympians?
The Heroes is a strong starting point for Greek monsters and heroic quests. Old Greek Stories offers myths for young readers, while Tales of Troy and Greece follows heroes through war and wandering. For children's magical adventures, choose The Enchanted Castle or The Phoenix and the Carpet.
Which classic book is closest to Percy Jackson and the Olympians?
The Heroes is the closest choice here for dangerous Greek quests. Perseus seeks Medusa's head, Jason sails for the golden fleece, and Theseus travels to Athens. Its combination of monsters, sea voyages, and tests of courage makes it the clearest starting point for that particular pleasure.
Where should I start if I loved Percy Jackson and the Olympians?
The Heroes is the place to start for monsters and dangerous quests. Choose The Enchanted Castle instead for children discovering magic during a countryside holiday, or The Phoenix and the Carpet for siblings travelling with a mythical guide. Each offers a different route into these classic adventures.
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