The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 1)
by: Rick Riordan
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Percy Jackson is a good kid, but he cant seem to focus on his schoolwork or control his temper. And lately, being away at boarding school is only getting worsePercy could have sworn his pre-algebra teacher turned into a monster and tried to kill him. When Percys mom finds out, she knows its time that he knew the truth about where he came from, and that he go to the one place hell be safe. She sends Percy to Camp Half-Blood, a summer camp for demigods (on Long Island), where he learns that the father he never knew is Poseidon, God of the Sea. Soon a mystery unfolds and together with his friendsone a satyr and the other the demigod daughter of AthenaPercy sets out on a quest across the United States to reach the gates of the Underworld (located in a recording studio in Hollywood) and prevent a catastrophic war between the gods.
Percy Jackson is a good kid, but he cant seem to focus on his schoolwork or control his temper. And lately, being away at boarding school is only getting worsePercy could have sworn his pre-algebra teacher turned into a monster and tried to kill him. When Percys mom finds out, she knows its time that he knew the truth about where he came from, and that he go to the one place hell be safe. She sends Percy to Camp Half-Blood, a summer camp for demigods (on Long Island), where he learns that the father he never knew is Poseidon, God of the Sea. Soon a mystery unfolds and together with his friendsone a satyr and the other the demigod daughter of AthenaPercy sets out on a quest across the United States to reach the gates of the Underworld (located in a recording studio in Hollywood) and prevent a catastrophic war between the gods.
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Rating: 
- Great story - fast paced and fun
I think the most surprising part about this book was how intense it was - it feels like a very fast read but as it turns out it's just so engrossing that far more time passes than you think!
I read it so that I could discuss it with my nine year old nephew.It's quite good and the perfect level for him - the names are tough and I agree with his assessment that it would be nice if they had a pronunciation key in there somewhere.
I do have one fear that he may take this ... Read More
Rating: - Action-packed and funny
The Lightning Thief is the first book in Rick Riordan's excellent Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. In this book, the protagonist is twelve-year-old Percy Jackson. He has always struggled with learning disabilities and always gets into trouble without trying, leading him to attend a different school every year. As a sixth grader, Percy attends a field trip to a museum with his class from the prestigious Yancy Academy. Although he tries to behave, he manages to vaporize his despised math teacher. ... Read More
Rating: 
- Very good but not the next Harry...
I ordered this book because of a recommendation on Stephenie Myer's website.I've read other books that she's recommened and not been disappointed.I wasn't this time either!I love the way the author meshed greek mythology with modern days.How original!The first book of this series sets up the world Percy lives in quite well without being too much of a bore. The character development is fantastic and leaves you wanting to learn more.(at one point I found myself wondering which god would be my ... Read More
Rating: - Book Review:The Lightning Thief
The Review
I am involved in a Mother/Child(ren) book club.Our first meeting is in July and we will be covering The Lightning Thief. The twins received the very generous gift of not only this book, but the second book in the series, The Sea Monster, from their BFF at their recent birthday party.Apparently, there are five books in the series with the last one being released in May of this year. As you can imagine, they devoured both books and are begging me for the 3rd in the series. ... Read More
Rating: - New and Improved Harry Potter
This book is similar to harry potter in that it is fantasy, the main character doesn't know what he is etc., but I believe that this book is much better. The Lightning Thief takes the magical aspect of Harry Potter and combines it with some comedy. throughout the entire book there are jokes and pranks that are up to modern times. There are also a lot of action and fight scenes to keep the book moving. The book is a very easy read and could be read by almost anyone 10+. Anyone who loves fantasy or Harry Potter ... Read More
- Great story - fast paced and funI think the most surprising part about this book was how intense it was - it feels like a very fast read but as it turns out it's just so engrossing that far more time passes than you think!
I read it so that I could discuss it with my nine year old nephew.It's quite good and the perfect level for him - the names are tough and I agree with his assessment that it would be nice if they had a pronunciation key in there somewhere.
I do have one fear that he may take this ... Read More
- Action-packed and funnyThe Lightning Thief is the first book in Rick Riordan's excellent Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. In this book, the protagonist is twelve-year-old Percy Jackson. He has always struggled with learning disabilities and always gets into trouble without trying, leading him to attend a different school every year. As a sixth grader, Percy attends a field trip to a museum with his class from the prestigious Yancy Academy. Although he tries to behave, he manages to vaporize his despised math teacher. ... Read More
- Very good but not the next Harry...I ordered this book because of a recommendation on Stephenie Myer's website.I've read other books that she's recommened and not been disappointed.I wasn't this time either!I love the way the author meshed greek mythology with modern days.How original!The first book of this series sets up the world Percy lives in quite well without being too much of a bore. The character development is fantastic and leaves you wanting to learn more.(at one point I found myself wondering which god would be my ... Read More
- Book Review:The Lightning ThiefThe Review
I am involved in a Mother/Child(ren) book club.Our first meeting is in July and we will be covering The Lightning Thief. The twins received the very generous gift of not only this book, but the second book in the series, The Sea Monster, from their BFF at their recent birthday party.Apparently, there are five books in the series with the last one being released in May of this year. As you can imagine, they devoured both books and are begging me for the 3rd in the series. ... Read More
- New and Improved Harry PotterThis book is similar to harry potter in that it is fantasy, the main character doesn't know what he is etc., but I believe that this book is much better. The Lightning Thief takes the magical aspect of Harry Potter and combines it with some comedy. throughout the entire book there are jokes and pranks that are up to modern times. There are also a lot of action and fight scenes to keep the book moving. The book is a very easy read and could be read by almost anyone 10+. Anyone who loves fantasy or Harry Potter ... Read More
