Magnus Chase and the Sword of Summer

Magnus Chase discovers he is the son of a Norse god after dying and being brought to Valhalla, where he must prevent Ragnarok by finding a magical sword. The story features diverse characters including Alex Fierro, a genderfluid child of Loki who uses both he/him and she/her pronouns, and explores themes of found family, Norse mythology, and accepting differences. Magnus navigates complex family dynamics while learning about his heritage and forming bonds with fellow einherjar (honored dead) from various cultural backgrounds. The book addresses themes of homelessness, identity acceptance, and challenging traditional gender norms through its inclusive cast.