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Synopsis
Twelve-year-old Percy Jackson is on the most dangerous quest of his life. With the help of a satyr and a daughter of Athena, Percy must journey across the United States to catch a thief who has stolen the original weapon of mass destruction—Zeus’ master bolt. Along the way, he must face a host of mythological enemies determined to stop him. Most of all, he must come to terms with a father he has never known, and an Oracle that has warned him of betrayal by a friend.
Is The Lightning Thief appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
Percy Jackson discovers he's the son of a Greek god and must prevent a war between Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades. Contains fantasy violence with monsters and battles, but no gore or sexual content; age-appropriate for middle grade readers.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death of parent, abandonment, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Kids will love the action-packed adventure of a regular kid discovering he has demigod powers and going on an epic quest across America fighting mythological monsters.