Rick Riordan’s latest installment in the Heroes of Olympus series finds demi-god Percy Jackson and his friends on a desperate quest to stop Gaia, mother earth personified, from destroying Mount Olympus and enslaving all of humanity. With time running out, our heroes must find seven magical objects called Athena’s Gifts if they are to have any hope of saving the gods. This is an exciting audiobook that will keep young listeners on the edge of their seats.
For who is this book for ?
Rick Riordan’s latest installment in the Heroes of Olympus series finds demi-god Percy Jackson and his friends on a desperate quest to stop Gaia, mother earth personified, from destroying Mount Olympus and enslaving all of humanity. With time running out, our heroes must find seven magical objects called Athena’s Gifts if they are to have any hope of saving the gods. This is an exciting audiobook that will keep young listeners on the edge of their seats.
Pros :
- The plot is well-paced and exciting
- The characters are likable and interesting
- The audiobook narration is well done
Cons :
- The story is a little too complex for its target audience
- The audiobook is over ten hours long, which may be too much for some listeners
- Some of the dialogue feels hokey and artificial
Learn more about the author
Rick Riordan is the best-selling author of the Percy Jackson series, as well as other children’s books including The Kane Chronicles and Heroes of Olympus. He has won numerous awards for his writing, including five New York Times Bestsellers.
Reader Reviews
“Another fantastic book by Rick Riordan. This series is perfect for young readers who love adventure and mythology.”
“Percy Jackson is back, and this time the fate of Mount Olympus lies in his hands! teamed up with Annabeth and a few new friends, Percy must search for seven magical objects called Athena’s Gifts in order to stop Gaia from destroying everything. This audiobook is filled with action and adventure, culminating in a heart-pounding climax.”
“Rick Riordan is a master storyteller.”
“Riveting from start to finish . . .”