Ares and the Spear of Fear

Heroes in Training #7

by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams, Craig Phillips (Illustrator)

Ares, Zeus, and the other Olympians encounter a huge snake and a sharp challenge in this Heroes in Training adventure.

After overcoming many challenges, Zeus and his fellow Olympians arrive at the temple at Delphi—only to find a giant snake guarding the entrance! Beyond the python, Pythia appears. Trapped in the temple by the python’s magic and mere presence, Pythia urges the Olympians not to worry about her, for they are urgently needed on another quest.

The Olympians are now out to find the Spear of Fear. A group of Amazonian women currently have it, but it really belongs to Ares, the God of War. Ares is thrilled to know the next quest is about him—but soon realizes that when it comes to the powerful spear, he has a LOT to learn...

Genres: Mythology, Adventure, Middle Grade, Fiction, Fantasy, Childrens, Greek Mythology

112 pages, Paperback

First published August 5, 2014

About the author

NY Times bestselling children's book author:
GODDESS GIRLS series + HEROES IN TRAINING series (w Suzanne Williams); THIS LITTLE TRAILBLAZER a Girl Power Primer; ZERO THE HERO; I AM THE SHARK. Lucky to be doing what I love!

Reviews

[Prince William Public Libraries · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was good because I have an interest in the Greek mythology. Even though they aren't real, there are some good stories about the Greek gods. This one isn't what actually happened in Greek mythology, but it has a really good story.

- Jack, PWPL Teen Reader

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[Caren · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good choice for younger chapter book readers.
Not necessary to read in order.

[Mia · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is my nephew's favorite series. The 3 *'s are for him. I guess if it get's him reading that's a plus in my book, too.

[Mitchell · Rating 3 out of 5]

I did like this one because it has a more nuanced portrayal of Ares than most books tend to have. Also, there was a funny typo near the end. :)

[Owen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am trying to read the whole series. I still have lots more to read,I also loved this one.

[aem · Rating 3 out of 5]

Entertaining for really young readers. Not enough plot or character development for middle grade.

[Clayton Morris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a great series for kids. I've been reading the whole series to my 5 year old each night and she loves it.

[Natali]

I read these to my son. You can finish them in 3-4 bed times. He was about 4-5 at the time and liked them.

[Francesca · Rating 3 out of 5]

Avi rates ⭐️⭐️⭐️ at 6 years old

[Nan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute book with gods and goddesses as children. Action as the kids are outrunning Cronos's army, true to the real myths (they are put into a large jar and it's rolled down the hill). Comedic and light hearted, fun for 2-3rd graders.

[Sydney · Rating 3 out of 5]

i don't really like this book.H ow Ares gets the spear is pretty simple. The amazons just give the spear to him.without a fight or anything

[Jean-Marie · Rating 4 out of 5]

My 7-year old read this to me. Heroes in Training is a fun series for early readers, either for reading aloud or independent reading. My son really digs it.

[Allison · Rating 3 out of 5]

Alex likes these. They are simple, easy.

[The Brothers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Asher (8yo) read.

[Kaytee · Rating 5 out of 5]

this book was so good but the best part was when they saved pythia the orcal well they actally did not but still.