By: Rick Riordan
Imagine finding out that myths are actually history, your father is really a Greek god, and there's a host of mythical monsters out to kill you. Well for Percy Jackson that's reality, and on top of that, he's right in the center of a dangerous controversy between the gods. If he doesn't do something quick, countless innocent lives could be lost.
Engaging characters, surprises at every turn, and a melding of mythology and our everyday reality combine
to make The Lightning Thief a thoroughly enjoyable read. It does contains some very mildly disturbing images of torment in the underworld, cursing in ancient Greek, and various combat related wounds/death, but the content is otherwise clean and the tone light.
to make The Lightning Thief a thoroughly enjoyable read. It does contains some very mildly disturbing images of torment in the underworld, cursing in ancient Greek, and various combat related wounds/death, but the content is otherwise clean and the tone light.
Great review! I love this book and enjoyed the whole series! It really brings mythology to life. I just got the Red Pyramid and am anxious to start reading it.
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Hi Jess, I agree. I was amazed at how deep into mythology the series delves. I haven't read the Red Pyramid yet, but It's on my list. I'd love to know what you think of it!
DeleteThis one has popped back onto my short-term list of books to read. My students just can't get enough of it and it's about time I read it!
ReplyDeleteI definitely recommend it and I found the audio books especially enjoyable.
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DeleteI need to read this! Thanks for the review :D
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ReplyDeleteApologies for the off-topic comment, but I couldn't find a contact email for you.
I recently put out an ebook of my writing, called The New Death and others. It's a collection of short pieces, mostly dark fantasy.
I was wondering if you'd be interested in doing a review on your blog.
If so, please email me: news@apolitical.info. Let me know what file format is easiest for you, and I'll send you a free copy.
You can download a sample from the ebook's page on Smashwords:
http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/92126
I'm also happy to do interviews, guest posts, or giveaways. Just let me know what you'd prefer.
Yours,
James.
Thanks, James, I added a contact page after reading your comment!
DeleteI want to read this. I have heard nothing but good.
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I freaking love this book.It give us the sense to be addicted to it O.o This is like the first book ever that i brought to all my classes every day and also bring it home and even read it in the bathroom( I know that discussing but that how addicted i was to this book) i am a book hatter but after reading this book i think amma read the the whole series. 1000/10 super duper duper recommended it!
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