The Trials of Apollo: The Hidden Oracle

The fallen god Apollo is cast down from Olympus as punishment and transformed into an awkward mortal teenager named Lester Papadopoulos, who must complete dangerous trials to regain his immortality. Alongside his demigod friend Meg McCaffrey, Apollo navigates Camp Half-Blood while facing ancient enemies and discovering uncomfortable truths about his past behavior as a god. The story explores themes of redemption, personal growth, and taking responsibility for one's actions, while featuring diverse characters including LGBTQ+ representation among the campers and counselors. This first book in the series combines Greek mythology with modern settings and addresses issues of privilege, accountability, and finding one's true identity.