The god Apollo falls from the sky directly into a couple of trash cans in Manhattan – he has fallen out of favor with Zeus! As punishment, the chief of the gods has stripped him of his immortality. To return to Olympus, Apollo must face a whole series of adventures involving five ancient oracles. Luckily, he has Meg by his side – sassy, combative, at most twelve, and undoubtedly a demigod. Together, the two are unbeatable. At some point, Apollo isn't even sure if he wants to return to Olympus – or if he wants to stay with his new mortal friends. Exciting, witty, and imaginative. Riordan has once again created magnificent heroes who will not only capture the hearts of devoted fans but also win over new ones.