Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief
By Rick Riordan
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Synopsis
Percy Jackson, a twelve-year-old with dyslexia and ADHD, discovers he's the son of Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea. Sent to Camp Half-Blood, a haven for demigods, Percy embarks on a perilous quest with his friends Annabeth and Grover to retrieve Zeus's stolen master bolt. Their journey across the United States is fraught with mythological monsters and challenges, as they strive to prevent a catastrophic war among the gods.
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.
Pages
400 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
Published
2013
Community rating
Average score: 4.66
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