Rick Riordan's 2nd book in The Lightening Thief series. I think J.K. Rowling's books were so successful because she had discovered a formula that worked and never varied from it. Rick Riordan found a formula that worked and didn't vary from it either - though using the same formula or outline for a book may seem predictable if it's good and still keeps you engaged I prefer them sticking with it than trying to change it up. So the boy in this book, Percy, still battles with his heritage while going on another quest that he won't be able to complete without his friends and like the first book there are cool villains and a twist at the end. Another entertaining read, surprising for a sequel. I like books that show the struggles of teens figuring out who they are and all the mess that comes with that (saying things you wish you hadn't, being too prideful, placing too much value in things that matter less, etc.) and then seeing them rise to their potential or "divinity" by owning their mistakes, learning from them, recognizing good from evil and choosing the good, choosing good friends, giving other not-so-good people a chance to redeem themselves, and realizing its okay to trust "good" adult influence. There is too much media out there showing teens it's more cool to follow evil influences (vampires - gangs - wild dare devils - etc....granted these are demi-gods fighting monsters but it's easy to forget their heritage in their personal struggles and see normal teenagers discovering themselves).
Rachel Rating: 8 of 10 stars
Content Rating: Still PG-10 (battle scenes)
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I read it! I am truly enjoying it the series and agree with everything you said!
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