This is a popular book right now, given that the movie is in the theaters. However, from personal experience, the movie and book differ greatly. In this blog, the book by Rick Riordan is the focus.Percy, the main character, begins as a boy that is about to be kicked out of a boarding school. He seems to get into trouble wherever he goes. He has changed schools often. What he soon begins to learn is that he is a bit different and his mom has always known this fact. He had never known his dad and come to find out, he is a greek God. Not just any greek God, but Poseidon.
Percy is sent on a quest to find out who stole Zeus' lightning bolt. He is the suspect, but Percy knows that he has to prove his innocence. Along the way, he meets Medusa, Hades, and other mythical creatures. The story does include violent scenes as well as dark subjects such as death.
Kids who love adventure stories will be enthralled by this tale. It is mediocre in its storytelling, but captivating anyway. Greek mythology would be an excellent tie in and informative if the reader continues reading the series. (This is the first in a series of four books.) Well worth your time to explore this series (and the movie!).
The book sounds great; what an exciting premise. I think my daughter would love it. I will definitely check it out.
ReplyDeleteI think your daughter would like it too! Hopefully it is not on the "wait list" at your library like it was ours.
ReplyDeleteI have noticed kids in my class reading a lot of Riordan books and really enjoying them. Good recommendation.
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