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Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book One the Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book One)
by Riordan, Rick
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Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book One: Lightning Thief, The
- Format: Trade Paperback
- Author: Riordan, Rick
- ISBN: 9780786838653
- Condition: Used
- Dimensions: 7.50 x 1.10
- Number Of Pages: 416
- Publication Year: 2006
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Mythology
Carson N. - 2 years 6 months agoPercy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief was an incredible read for any lover of mythology. The book dive's into a fun twist on well known Greek Mythology with a Harry Potter vibe. Rick Riordan is a great author for a mix of reasons. Definitely recommend anything from him.
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A Modern Myth
Casey S. - 2 years 10 months agoBy now a modern classic, the "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" series released it's flagship title "The Lightning Thief" onto a young adult scene that was, at the time, dominated by boy wizards and sparkly vampires, and brought readers a fresh perspective on some admittedly dated stories. Merging the world of Classical Mythology and the every day middle/high school experience, Rick Riordan introduces Percy Jackson, a 12 year old boy who discovers that he is a Demi-God, the son of a Greek God and a mortal woman. Over the course of what is now a multi-book epic that even Homer would be jealous of, Percy embraces his new life, carries the burden of his lofty new destiny, and struggles with a whole host of new relatives (both deadly and divine), all during summer camp. With a diverse cast of characters, an incredibly accurate understanding of the myths of antiquity, and a whimsical sense of humor, the "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" series has earned it's place among the YA Pantheon, and there is no better place to start than with the saga's first book, The Lightning Thief.
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You have to read this book!
Tristan C. - 3 years 2 months agoIf you're looking for your next favorite book, then look no further. Rick Riordan's world created in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series is unlike any other, and The Lightning Thief does a fantastic job of introducing readers into that world. This book has it all, loveable characters, like Percy Jackson, an 11-year-old boy with ADHD, who against all odds ends up becoming a hero, epic quests, monsters, gods, and a whole new world that still feels like home. This book will be impossible to put down once you pick it up, and will become an instant favorite of any who finish it.
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Even strength must bow to wisdom sometimes.
Rebecca L. - 5 years 7 months agoI first read this book about 10 years ago and re-reading it again two days ago was still as enjoyable and immersive as it was back when I first read it. Like any first book of a series, it sets up the background and gives us world-building at its finest. The contrast and combination of modern society, ethics, beliefs and aesthetics and Greek mythology, architecture, and storytelling make it a fascinating read. There are times where I felt that the pacing of the story was thrown off and I found myself in a short lull but those are few and far between and shouldn't take away too much for the actual marvel of the book. It is no wonder how Riordan became a pillar for many new generations, and to many adults who grew up reading his work and following the adventure he set forth. No lie, I just rebought all of the other books in the series and will be quite entertained for a good while. FINAL VERDICT: 4.25/5
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