The Ship of the Dead (Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, #3)

by Rick Riordan

Magnus Chase, a once-homeless teen, is a resident of the Hotel Valhalla and one of Odin's chosen warriors. As the son of Frey, the god of summer, fertility, and health, Magnus isn't 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 Thor's hammer, Mjolnir. Now Magnus faces his most dangerous trial yet.

Loki is free from his chains. He's 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. It's 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 it's ready to sail. Along the way, they will face angry sea gods, hostile giants, and an evil fire-breathing dragon. But Magnus's biggest challenge will be facing his own inner demons. Does he have what it takes to outwit the wily trickster god?

• ISBN10: 1423160932
• ISBN13: 9781423160939
• Publish Date: 3 October 2017
• Publish Status: Active
• Publish Country: US
• Imprint: Disney Hyperion
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 432
• Language: English
• URL: https://penguinrandomhouse.com/books/isbn/9781423160939

Reviews

[thepunktheory]

Full review on my blog: www.thepunktheory.wordpress.com

I'm sure that by now you all know that I'm a huge Rick Riordan fan. After reading all his books dealing with Greek mythology I was excited about this new series about the Norse Gods.
So far, Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard has been a fascinating insight. I already learned so much!
The first two books were impossible to put down, so I was very excited to finally pick up book #3.
Let me say upfront, this is not the strongest book in the series. The Ship of the dead is a nice read. The story is interesting and there are lots of funny moments. However, ultimately it just didn't feel as good as the other two novels. I've read many of Riordan's other books, so I know he can do better. To be honest, if this is the only book you read, I'm sure you wouldn't even notice as it still is a good book. The others are just a notch better.
Don't get me wrong, I'm still super psyched by the series and hoping for another part!

[lisacee]

A really fun listen, especially since I recently saw Thor: Ragnarok.

I really care for these characters and I love the diversity. While it is clearly present, it just adds to the characters rather than feeling forced. I love that homeless, deaf, orphans, Muslims, and gender-fluid kids and teens can all feel represented in this story.

And I'm really excited to see what happens with Magnus and Alex. I felt just as shocked and happy and confused as Magnus did.

[Stephanie]

I do so love these books. Adorable, silly, and unexpectedly touching. Thanks, Rick.

[ellieroth]

estoy contenta, pero enojada

Original de: El Blog del Gato - El Extraño Gato del Cuento

Leer The Ship of The Dead fue simplemente un placer que quise alargar por más días, pero no pude contenerme.

No confirmar que Hearth y Blitz son pareja fue extremadamente insatisfactorio. Y me sorprende mi reacción porque yo no soy exactamente una gran shipper, solo que de verdad lo esperaba, por más sobreentendido que esté, porque vamos, esos dos son más esposos que nunca en este libro



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