Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, Book 2: Hammer of Thor, The

Magnus Chase and the Hammer of Thor is a 2016 fantasy novel by Rick Riordan, the first book in the Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard trilogy. It is the sequel to Riordan’s Heroes of Olympus series.

The novel follows Magnus Chase, a 16-year-old homeless boy in Boston who discovers that he is a son of the Norse god Frey. Magnus is killed by a wolf, but is given a second chance at life by the goddess Hel. In order to earn a place in Valhalla, Magnus must retrieve Thor’s hammer, Mjölnir, which has been stolen by the fire giant Surtr.

With the help of his friends Samirah al-Abbas and Blitzen, Magnus travels across the Nine Worlds in search of Mjölnir. Along the way, they battle giants, monsters, and the gods themselves. In the end, Magnus must learn to embrace his heritage and use his powers to save the world.

Magnus Chase and the Hammer of Thor is a fast-paced and action-packed novel, full of humor and heart. It is a perfect read for fans of Riordan’s other series, as well as anyone who enjoys Norse mythology and adventure stories.