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Magnus Chase

The Sword of Summer

Book 1 (2015) · 5 locations · 1 in chapter order

Story Timeline

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    Longfellow Bridge

    Ch. 1–3

    Magnus dies heroically on the Longfellow Bridge fighting the fire giant Surt, earning his place in Valhalla.

Also in this book

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Boston Common

Magnus lived as a homeless teen in and around Boston Common before being found by his relatives and ultimately dying on the Longfellow Bridge.

Charles River

Magnus plunges into the Charles River during his battle with Surt. His body is collected by a Valkyrie.

Blue Hills Reservation

Magnus visits the Blue Hills area where he encounters connections to the Nine Worlds.

USS Constitution (Old Ironsides)

The Viking Ship Dock

The Charlestown waterfront area near the USS Constitution is connected to Norse maritime mythology.