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Fantasy · Young adult · Adventure

The Lost Hero

by Rick Riordan

4.0 out of 5, from 1,222 ratings from Hardcover readers

A teenage boy wakes on a school bus with no memory, and soon finds he is a demigod, the child of a Greek or Roman god. This opens Heroes of Olympus, a follow-on to Percy Jackson, and introduces new heroes sent on a quest.

Facts last checked 2026-10-16

First published
2010
Pace
Fast
Length
Long
Pages
576
Format
Book 1 of 5 in The Heroes of Olympus
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Read this if you like Percy Jackson's mix of Greek myth, snark and teen friendship and want a fresh cast.

Skip this if you have not read Percy Jackson, since many references land better after it, or you want a short read.

The feel

Content warnings

  • Violence

Also reported by Hardcover readers:

  • Confinement
  • Kidnapping
  • Injury/Injury detail
  • Racism
  • Blood
  • Medical content
  • Fire/Fire injury
  • Bullying
  • Death of parent

Quick answers about The Lost Hero

What is The Lost Hero about?
A teenage boy wakes on a school bus with no memory, and soon finds he is a demigod, the child of a Greek or Roman god. This opens Heroes of Olympus, a follow-on to Percy Jackson, and introduces new heroes sent on a quest.
Who should read The Lost Hero?
Read it if you like Percy Jackson's mix of Greek myth, snark and teen friendship and want a fresh cast. Skip it if you have not read Percy Jackson, since many references land better after it, or you want a short read.
How long and how fast is The Lost Hero?
It is a fast-paced, long read of about 576 pages, first published in 2010.
Does The Lost Hero have content warnings?
Content we flag: Violence.
Can I borrow The Lost Hero for free?
Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends The Lost Hero; the borrow button above searches it for you.
What should I read after The Lost Hero?
Readers who liked it often move on to The Lightning Thief, Fablehaven, The Golden Compass.

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