He must fulfill the Oracle’s riddle knowing that he will be betrayed and ultimately fail to save what matters most in the end – how fun! Not only does the book contain action and adventure, but it also has plenty of humour and heart. Percy navigates his way through the monsters and gods of Greek mythology, alongside a satyr and a daughter of Athena. With his sarcastic perspective on the events that unfold, it's difficult not to laugh while reading. To clear his name and prevent a war between the gods, Percy must embark on a quest. After discovering who his godly parent is, he is accused of the theft of Zeus’s master lightning bolt. The story follows Percy Jackson, a twelve-year-old boy, whose life has completely spiralled since he got kicked out of his fifth – no, sixth – school over the past six years. From the loveable characters to the well-put-together storyline, anyone who is considering picking up this book is bound to love it. “The Lightning Thief” is the first installment in a five-part series: “Percy Jackson and the Olympians”, combining Greek mythology and humour in a fun and entertaining way. Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan
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