What makes Percy Jackson & the Olympians so compelling isn’t just the Greek mythology—it’s the humor, the high-stakes quests, and the discovery that myths and legends are alive in the modern world. If you’re looking for more books where ancient gods, magical creatures, and legendary prophecies collide with everyday life, these ten stories will take you on an adventure worthy of Camp Half-Blood.
What makes Amelia Moon a Mythological Book Like Percy Jackson? While Percy Jackson’s adventures are steeped in Greek mythology, Amelia Moon & the Solstice Spectacular takes inspiration from solstice magic and the ancient traditions that revolve around it. Like Percy, Amelia is an ordinary kid who stumbles into a hidden world where she has an unexpected role to play. She faces mysterious powers, discovers long-forgotten secrets, and must unravel the truth about her connection to an age-old cycle of magic. The story has the same mix of humor, adventure, and mythological depth that makes Percy’s world so fun to explore.
If you loved how Percy Jackson introduced Greek mythology to a modern setting, The Storm Runner does the same with Maya myths. Zane Obispo is an ordinary kid with a disability, but he soon discovers he’s connected to an ancient prophecy and a god who is far more dangerous than he realized. Like Percy, Zane is sarcastic, brave, and often in way over his head as he navigates a world where deities and monsters are very, very real. With thrilling action, great character development, and a fresh take on mythology, this book is a must-read.
If you enjoy the way Percy Jackson makes mythology feel alive and unpredictable, you’ll love Charlie Hernández & the League of Shadows, which draws from Hispanic and Latin American myths. Charlie has always heard stories about creatures and legends, but when he starts growing horns and wings, he realizes that the myths aren’t just stories—they’re part of his reality. Like Percy, Charlie has to uncover the truth about his family, evade enemies who want to use him, and survive in a world filled with ancient magic.
Percy Jackson’s stories thrive on action, humor, and mythology woven into everyday life. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky does the same, but with African and African American folklore. Tristan, grieving the loss of his best friend, accidentally tears a hole in reality, unleashing powerful deities like Anansi the spider and John Henry. Like Percy, Tristan is a reluctant hero, but his journey is full of adventure, danger, and powerful mythology that readers may not have explored before.
For fans who love Percy Jackson’s combination of modern humor and ancient mythology, Aru Shah and the End of Time is an easy pick. Aru is a mischievous, funny heroine who accidentally unleashes a demon that threatens to destroy the world. Inspired by Hindu mythology, the story is packed with action, witty dialogue, and an epic quest filled with gods and legendary creatures. If you loved Percy’s sarcastic humor and fast-paced adventures, Aru’s journey will feel like home.
Much like Percy discovers the truth about his godly lineage, Riley Oh finds herself caught between worlds in The Last Fallen Star. Based on Korean mythology, this story follows Riley, a girl born without magic in a family of powerful witches. When she tries to take magic for herself, she sets off a chain of events that throws her into a hidden world filled with legendary creatures and divine secrets. Like Percy, Riley is a lovable underdog who faces impossible odds and must uncover the truth about herself along the way.
If you’re looking for a mythology-based adventure with the heart of Percy Jackson, Race to the Sun delivers. Set in the world of Navajo mythology, the story follows Nizhoni Begay, who can see monsters hiding in human form. When her father is kidnapped by an evil creature, she and her friends embark on a quest to find the legendary weapons of the Hero Twins. Like Percy, Nizhoni is brave, sarcastic, and forced to navigate a world where myths are much more dangerous than she ever imagined.
Drawing from Mesopotamian mythology, City of the Plague God follows Sikander Aziz, an Iraqi American teen who accidentally attracts the wrath of Nergal, the god of plagues. Like Percy, Sikander is thrown into a world of ancient deities and legendary creatures he didn’t even know existed. Alongside demigods and divine warriors, he must figure out how to stop a god before he destroys New York. Packed with action, humor, and deep cultural roots, this book is perfect for fans of Rick Riordan’s work.
Percy Jackson isn’t just about gods and monsters—it’s about heroes who don’t know they’re heroes until destiny comes knocking. The Epic Crush of Genie Lo offers that same blend of humor, action, and mythology, but with Chinese folklore. Genie is a high schooler focused on college applications—until she learns she’s the reincarnation of a legendary warrior, and demons start attacking her town. With a snarky voice, epic fight scenes, and a fascinating look into Chinese mythology, this book is a fresh and exciting pick.
The Pandava Series, starting with Aru Shah and the End of Time, brings Hindu mythology to the forefront in a way that’s just as accessible and fun as Percy Jackson. Aru is a smart but impulsive kid who accidentally sets off an ancient prophecy, leading her to discover that she’s the reincarnation of one of the Pandava brothers from the Mahabharata. Like Percy, she embarks on an epic quest, faces tests of courage and wit, and must learn what it truly means to be a hero.
Each of these books captures the essence of what makes Percy Jackson so special—whether it’s a sarcastic and lovable hero, a fresh take on mythology, or a thrilling quest that keeps you turning pages. Whether you want to dive into Greek, Mayan, Hindu, African, or other mythologies, these books will give you the same excitement of discovering a world where myths aren’t just stories—they’re real, and they’re more powerful than anyone imagined.