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How do you punish an immortal?By making him human.After angering his father Zeus, the god Apollo is cast down from Olympus. Weak and disoriented, he lands in New York City as a regular teenage boy. Now, without his godly powers, the four-thousand-year-old deity must learn to survive in the modern world until he can somehow find a way to regain Zeus's favor.But Apollo has many enemies-gods, monsters, and mortals who would love to see the former Olympian permanently destroyed. Apollo needs help, and he can think of only one place to go . . . an enclave of modern demigods known as Camp Half-Blood.

In Rick Riordan's thrilling middle-grade novel, "The Trials of Apollo, Book One: The Hidden Oracle," the mighty god Apollo finds himself cast down from Mount Olympus and stripped of his divine powers. Transformed into a gawky teenage boy named Lester Papadopoulos, Apollo must serve a mortal master and embark on a perilous quest to regain his godhood.

Lester's journey leads him to Camp Half-Blood, a haven for demigods, where he encounters a new generation of heroes, including Meg McCaffrey, a troubled young oracle with a dark secret. Together, they must unravel the mystery of the hidden oracle and prevent the rise of an ancient evil that threatens to destroy the world.

With his signature blend of humor, action, and mythology, Riordan weaves a captivating story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. Apollo's trials are a testament to his courage, resilience, and the power of friendship in the face of adversity. Throughout his quest, he learns valuable lessons about humility, empathy, and the importance of accepting one's flaws.

"The Trials of Apollo, Book One: The Hidden Oracle" is a must-read for fans of Riordan's Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, as it expands upon the beloved world of demigods and introduces a new cast of unforgettable characters. It's a thrilling adventure that explores themes of identity, destiny, and the complexities of being human.