“No,’ Nico said. ‘Getting a second life is one thing. Making it a better life, that’s the trick.’ As soon as he said it, Nico realized he could’ve been talking about himself. He decided not to bring that up.”

American novelist and educator, Rick Riordan is best known for creating the Percy Jackson series, which blends mythology with contemporary coming-of-age stories. His work has introduced generations of readers to Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology through accessible, engaging narratives.