November 18, 2010

The Lightning Thief Book Review

The Lightning Thief, by Rick Riordan

Book Cover

                             The Lightning Thief is about Percy Jackson, a troubled boy who learns that all of the Greek myths are real, and that he is a son of Poseidon. When Zeus' master bolt gets stolen, Zeus blames Percy, and now Percy has a week to find the most powerful weapon in the world, save his mother, and return the bolt to Olympus.

The movie poster

The Lightning Thief is a great read, even if you're not a fan of mythology. Riordan crafts an excellent combination of action and humor, character development, and mystery. The characters are realistic and funny, and the plot keeps you hooked even after you finish the book.
                              Overall, I recommend The Lightning Thief to anyone. The writing is perfectly paced, and you'll find yourself incapable of putting the book down. It's been made into a movie.

By Julio

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