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another great series for the older children Oct 30, 2009 Almost as well crafted as the Potter series, "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" is full of adventure and suspense, heroic deeds and triumphs. Imagine being a 10-year-old in modern US who suddenly discovers that his life depends on understanding Greek mythology--because all those gods are relatives, and one is your dad. Percy has to fight off monsters and discover some truths about himself along the way.
The books bring a delightful turn to learning the Greek myths, and the premise works. Placing Mount Olympus in Modern New York City (600th floor of the Empire State Building) --and Hades in Los Angeles--sets up a whole new look at American culture from the point of view of a young person just trying to figure life out.
My daughter and I gulped the first three books down in less than 2 weeks. She's discovered the whole new richness of Greek mythology for the first time and I am having great fun remembering it all.
You need to read the first book before the movie comes out! You'll be glad you did.
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A teenagers book good enough for adults Oct 13, 2009 Along the lines of a Harry Potter or Pendragon, Percy Jackson and the Olypians is a series geared towards our younger contingent. However, as a 27 year old reader of all types of genre books I found the series quite appealing. Don't expect action packed writing or mysterious plots. It is a 'feel good' read that creates a rather good story in your head.
Percy Jackson books Oct 11, 2009 These stories are excellent for a young person. There is just the right amount of fantasy mixed in with current times, which keeps the stories interesting.
a funny and great easy read. Sep 25, 2009 can't put the books down once I start reading them! great for people who love Greek Mythology with a modern twist. the author is really humorous. as great as the books are, they are "too much" of an easy read, if that makes sense. can't wait to see the movie!
The New Harry Potter? Sep 16, 2009 Percy discovers how and why he has powers when he's 11, similar to the kid-Wizard. I love how they refer back to the old Greek mythology, and relate it to today. Definitely a good series for kids. My grandson recommended these books to me; we've been reading them at the same time. Encouraging kids to read is a good thing.
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