Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief (Book 1)

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By Rick Riordan
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The first book in the bestselling Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. Now with a new cover look! Discover the story behind the Disney+ series.
HALF BOY – HALF GOD – ALL HERO.
Look, I never asked to be the son of a Greek god. I was just a normal kid. . . until I accidentally vaporized my maths teacher.
Percy Jackson is having a bad week. His life has gone from totally normal to monsters-from-Greek-mythology-randomly-appearing kind of strange. Worse still, the king of the gods thinks Percy has stolen his all-powerful lightning bolt – and it seems making Zeus angry is a very bad idea.
Now Percy and his friends have just ten days to catch the true lightning thief and stop all-out war from erupting on Mount Olympus. . .
What could possibly go wrong?
Return to the World of Percy Jackson in the best-selling, brand-new adventure featuring the original hero in Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Chalice of the Gods β out now!
And don’t miss the trio’s next adventure in Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Wrath of the Triple Goddess, coming soon!
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Very terrifying
I loved how there was a new word "Half-blooded" the first page made me feel goosebumps already but that did not stop me from reading!
It was really funny and it was like going into a different word plus the chapter names were really funny like β I acidently vaperrise my pre alddbre teacher .β
This was such an amazing book. The character development is great and all the twists are so good. Definitely worth a read.
Great
I really liked the book because there was a big twist in the end. My favorite character was Grover because he is very brave and a very good friend to Percy. I recommend this book to all kids who love fiction adventure books .
I liked Annabeth the most because she is very logical and smart but also kind and fun
It was very enjoyable book to read it feels like your in the book.
I just love stuff like magic and myth, and this is one of them.
My favourite character was Annabeth because she is ambitious and brave. This book is fiction. I loved how all the Greek methology came to life and the adventures. I would 100% recommend this book I am addicted!
I liked it because it was very mystical and it goes well with the series
great book I loved it
Adventurous all about the Greek gods. Funny and cool
This book had so many twists and turns
When I first saw this book, I thought it wasn't going to be so good as everyone says. But I was soo wrong. This series is as good as Harry Potter. The way the author writes is informative, funny and descriptive. The person I liked best was Percy and also Annabeth. I will recommend this book to people who like fantasy, Greek myths and adventure.
The brilliant opening to the Percy Jackson series. One of the best books I have ever read. Great cliff-hangers. Great continued sense of mystery. I can't wait to read the next books and the series and there is no way I can give this any less than a five star rating!
Next two books in the series:
2. Percy Jackson and the Sea of Monsters
3. Percy Jackson and the Titan's Curse
GREAT BOOK!
I love it. Annabeth is my favourite character as she is smart, brave and loyal. The way Percy realises that he is a half blood makes an excellent story. The friendships, adventures and the mythology are incredible.
Loved how exciting this was. It was quite nerve racking
I liked the adventures in this book and I enjoyed all the mythical creatures. I had seen the movie and enjoyed that but thought the book was a lot better.
Percy Jackson is an amazing set of books. I thoroughly enjoyed reading the first set of books and carried on to the next book. I like it because it is filled with adventure, mystery and discovery. When I read it, I couldn't wait for the next book. I also really like the character Annabell.
Best book season ever
Liked it alot! It was interesting & captured my interest in reading Greek Mythology
Love it
I love this book! I love the character Anabeth as she is the child of Athena. Anabeth is nice to Percy. Itβs an exciting, action packed and fun book which I highly recommend.
It is really interesting and it is full of excitement
in the first part i had nightmares after but it was cool.
Very interesting and a good battle/adventure book
It has a lot of bravery and funny weird monsters.
Did Greek mythology at school. Love the minotaurs and Medusa the Gorgon.