Title: Percy Jackson and The Olympians Author: Rick Riordan
Age Recommendation: 6th Grade and Up
Star Rating: 4/5 Stars
Publisher: Hyperion Books
Plot: 12 year old Percy Jackson is switching boarding schools... again. But, it's different at Yancy Academy where he befriends a crippled boy named Grover, gets attacked by a transformed-teacher, and seems to be experiencing events from the ancient stories of Greek Mythology. With an accusation to his name, Grover who may not be what he seems, and a quest ahead of him, Percy must fight not only to stay alive, but to fit in as son of the sea god, Ancient Greece's very own Poseidon.
Critique: As a step down in reading difficulty, I entered a world that could appeal to all ages, from older sibling reading the story to their younger siblings, to adults who enjoy the stories of Ancient Greece. I'd, before reading it, heard very good reception about this novel from close companions, in which also are determined readers. I wasn't let down, which says a lot considering how much hype the series was getting. I thoroughly enjoyed finishing the entire series, taking in each book at hyper-speed, not caring to wait before I read the next one. As of 2011, the series is to be made into movies, the first one already released now, and the rest of the novels going through production currently.
-Rachel
-Rachel
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