Percy Jackson: The Last Olympian

    Percy Jackson: The Last Olympian

    by Rick Riordan

    Ages 10-142009
    Middle Grade

    The fifth and final book in the original Percy Jackson series follows the 16-year-old demigod son of Poseidon as he leads Camp Half-Blood in an epic battle against the Titan lord Kronos, who has possessed Luke's body and is marching on Manhattan to destroy Mount Olympus. The story culminates Percy's hero's journey as he must make a crucial decision involving the Great Prophecy that will determine the fate of both the mortal and divine worlds. The book features diverse demigod characters from various mythological backgrounds and explores themes of destiny, sacrifice, friendship, and choosing between personal desires and the greater good. Percy also navigates his romantic feelings for Annabeth Chase throughout the intense final confrontation.

    2009Published
    Genres: Fantasy, Adventure, Fairy Tales & Folklore, Young Adult

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    Family, Friendship & Community
    Frequent
    Fantasy or Symbolic Storytelling
    Frequent
    Diversity & Cultural Representation
    Moderate
    Romantic or Mature Themes
    Moderate
    Social or Historical Topics
    Minimal
    Gender Identity Topics
    None
    Sexual Orientation Topics
    None

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