The Ship of the Dead

Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard

Content Ratings

Mild Romance

Magnus's feelings for Alex are expressed directly and emotionally in this concluding volume; a brief but emotionally significant romantic moment occurs; the content is sweet and age-appropriate.

Mild Themes

The novel celebrates found family, the courage to face near-certain defeat, and the value of being one's authentic self; the conclusion is warm and life-affirming.

Mild Violence

The final confrontation with Loki and the forces of Naglfar involves large-scale combat; violence is fantastical and consistent with the trilogy's established tone.

Synopsis

Magnus and his friends sail to the realm of Niflheim to stop Loki from unleashing Naglfar—the ship of the dead—and triggering Ragnarok, in a conclusion that brings the Magnus Chase trilogy to a warm and satisfying close with humor, heart, and a genuine test of each character's growth. Riordan wraps up the series with typical skill.