The Son of Neptune

What do our readers think of The Son of Neptune? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the thrilling action, humour and strong friendships, especially Percy’s return and the introduction of Hazel and Frank.

What does the Pageticker team say about The Son of Neptune?

The Son of Neptune is a fast, funny mythological adventure and the second book in The Heroes of Olympus series. Riordan blends Roman mythology, perilous quests and likeable new heroes with his usual jokes, though the violence and darker themes may suit confident readers aged 10 and above best.

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What is The Son of Neptune about?

Percy Jackson awakens with no memory and finds himself at Camp Jupiter, a haven for Roman demigods. Teaming up with Hazel, a daughter of Pluto, and Frank, a son of Mars, Percy embarks on a perilous quest to free Thanatos, the god of death, from captivity in Alaska. Together, they must confront formidable giants and thwart the awakening of Gaea, the earth goddess, to prevent the world's destruction.

About the author

Rick Riordan is a popular author from America, best known for writing the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. His exciting stories are filled with adventure, friendship, and magical creatures from ancient myths. Rick Riordan loves making reading fun and encourages children everywhere to explore the amazing worlds in his books.

Discussion ideas around The Son of Neptune

A New Identity: How does Percy cope with losing his memory, and what helps him decide who he really is?

Friendship and Trust: Why do Percy, Hazel and Frank make an effective team, despite their very different personalities and troubles?

Greek and Roman Worlds: How does Camp Jupiter differ from Camp Half-Blood, and what do these differences suggest about the two groups?

Facing the Impossible: Which character shows the most courage, and what does their behaviour teach us about bravery?

The Value of Life: Thanatos is linked to death and the Underworld. How does the story make us think about why life is precious?