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432
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 2000s
2009
YA
10-14 years
680L
The Last Olympian by Rick Riordan follows Percy Jackson, a teenage demigod, as he leads the fight against the Titan Kronos, who threatens Mount Olympus. With the help of fellow demigods and mythical creatures, Percy embarks on a dangerous journey, confronts prophecies, and battles monsters in various locations, including the Empire State Building and the Underworld, ultimately striving to save Olympus from destruction.
Adventurous
Exciting
Humorous
Emotional
Heartwarming
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The Last Olympian by Rick Riordan excels in delivering a thrilling conclusion to the Percy Jackson series. Critics praise its fast-paced action and strong character development. However, some reviews note that the plot can be predictable and heavily reliant on deus ex machina. Overall, it's a satisfying end that will delight fans but may not convert new readers.
Fans of adventure, mythology, and fast-paced narratives will enjoy The Last Olympian by Rick Riordan. Readers who appreciated the intricate world-building of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series or the modern mythological twists in Neil Gaiman's American Gods will find this book captivating. Ideal for young adults and fantasy enthusiasts.
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Annabeth Chase
Daughter of Athena and aspiring architect, who assists Percy with both strategic planning and combat throughout the novel.
Nico di Angelo
A reserved 12-year-old demigod son of Hades who plays a significant role in supporting the Olympians through his unique abilities.
Grover Underwood
A satyr and Percy’s best friend, who is deeply connected to nature and aids in the war efforts.
Rachel Dare
A mortal who can see through the Mist and has prophetic abilities, eventually assuming a significant role related to prophecy.
Kronos
A Titan god of time orchestrating an assault on the gods, using the body of a demigod to carry out his plans.
Luke Castellan
Son of Hermes and a key figure with a complicated allegiance, whose actions are crucial to the unfolding events.
Chiron
A centaur serving as the assistant director of Camp Half-Blood and mentor to Percy, providing guidance to the demigods.
Ethan Nakamura
Son of the lesser god Nemesis who finds himself torn between conflicting loyalties in the battle against Titans.
May Castellan
Luke’s mortal mother who possesses the gift of sight, with a backstory involving attempts to connect with divinity.
Clarisse La Rue
Daughter of Ares and an initially reluctant warrior who later takes decisive action in the conflict.
Silena Beauregard
Daughter of Aphrodite with a hidden past, who shows bravery and commitment during the war.
Thalia Grace
An immortal daughter of Zeus who leads the Hunters of Artemis and assists in the demigods' battle against Kronos.
Charles Beckendorf
Son of Hephaestus and a senior camp counselor, known for his sacrifice early in the story's events.
Hades
The god of the Underworld who initially opposes Percy but eventually supports the Olympian cause with his son's persuasion.
Hermes
The messenger god and father of Luke, playing a background role related to prophecy and family connections.
Poseidon
The god of the sea and Percy's father who supports the Olympian battle efforts from his underwater domain.
432
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 2000s
2009
YA
10-14 years
680L
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