A Short Review of Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard: Hammer of Thor

The Hammer of Thor by Rick Riordan

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


Riordan fans won't be disappointed. The well-researched and thoughtful use of Norse mythology, the fast-paced adventure, the wit and humor between the characters and with the running joke of popular culture--it's all there. What I note especially is the character of Alex who is gender fluid and able to change from one gender to the other, as is her/his mother, Loki.

Hallelujah! Well done. I know there will be kids who will see themselves in this character, as there were, I am sure, kids who recognized themselves in Nico and Will, two gay characters, and Apollo, a bisexual character. This matters.

Thanks for a great story and thanks for the diversity.



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