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Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book Three: The Titan's Curse Kindle Edition
- LanguageEnglish
- Lexile measure630L
- PublisherDisney Hyperion
- Publication dateMay 2, 2009
- ISBN-13978-1423101451
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- Publisher : Disney Hyperion (May 2, 2009)
- Publication date : May 2, 2009
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Rick Riordan is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, the Kane Chronicles, and the Heroes of Olympus. He is also the author of the multi-award-winning Tres Navarre mystery series for adults.
For fifteen years, Rick taught English and history at public and private middle schools in the San Francisco Bay Area and in Texas. In 2002, Saint Mary's Hall honored him with the school's first Master Teacher Award.
While teaching full time, Riordan began writing mystery novels for grownups. His Tres Navarre series went on to win the top three national awards in the mystery genre - the Edgar, the Anthony and the Shamus. Riordan turned to children's fiction when he started The Lightning Thief as a bedtime story for his oldest son.
Today over 35 million copies of his Percy Jackson, Kane Chronicles, and Heroes of Olympus books are in print in the United States, and rights have been sold into more than 35 countries. Rick is also the author of The 39 Clues: The Maze of Bones, another #1 New York Times bestseller.
Rick Riordan now writes full-time. He lives in Boston with his wife and two sons.
Victo Ngai is a Los Angeles-based artist raised in Hong Kong. She is a Forbes 30 Under 30 (Art and Style) honoree, the first Chinese Hamilton King Award Winner, five times Society of Illustrators Gold Medalist and Hugo Award nominee.
Victo's work has often been described as magical realism. Each creation in Victo's world is layered with symbolism and stories that reveal more each time the viewer is engaged. The visual results of her artistic journey take inspiration in part from her Chinese heritage, an art education from the Rhode Island School of Design, a love for classic children's books, and Japanese ukiyo-e.
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From the very first page, Riordan's masterful storytelling draws you into a world where Greek mythology comes to life in modern times. The story follows Percy Jackson, a demigod with a knack for trouble, and his friends Annabeth Chase, Grover Underwood, and Thalia Grace as they embark on a quest to rescue Artemis, the goddess of the hunt, from the clutches of the sinister Titan, Atlas.
One of the standout elements of "The Titan's Curse" is Riordan's ability to seamlessly blend ancient myths with contemporary settings and relatable characters. Each chapter is a captivating blend of adventure, humor, and suspense, keeping readers of all ages hooked from start to finish.
The character development in this book is exceptional. As Percy and his friends face new challenges and dangers, they also grapple with personal growth and inner conflicts, making them feel like real individuals with relatable struggles and strengths.
The introduction of new characters, such as the mysterious Hunters of Artemis and the conflicted Titan, adds depth to the storyline and expands the rich tapestry of the Percy Jackson universe. The interactions between characters are filled with wit, warmth, and genuine camaraderie, making you root for them every step of the way.
Riordan's descriptive prose vividly paints each scene, whether it's a thrilling battle against mythological monsters or a quiet moment of reflection under starlit skies. The pacing is perfect, keeping the momentum going while allowing for moments of introspection and character bonding.
"The Titan's Curse" is a page-turner that not only entertains but also educates, introducing readers to Greek mythology in an accessible and engaging manner. It's a testament to Riordan's talent as a storyteller and his ability to create a world that feels both familiar and fantastical.
In summary, "The Titan's Curse" is a must-read for fans of adventure, mythology, and unforgettable characters. It's a book that transports you to a world where legends come to life, and every turn of the page brings new revelations and excitement.
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2024
From the very first page, Riordan's masterful storytelling draws you into a world where Greek mythology comes to life in modern times. The story follows Percy Jackson, a demigod with a knack for trouble, and his friends Annabeth Chase, Grover Underwood, and Thalia Grace as they embark on a quest to rescue Artemis, the goddess of the hunt, from the clutches of the sinister Titan, Atlas.
One of the standout elements of "The Titan's Curse" is Riordan's ability to seamlessly blend ancient myths with contemporary settings and relatable characters. Each chapter is a captivating blend of adventure, humor, and suspense, keeping readers of all ages hooked from start to finish.
The character development in this book is exceptional. As Percy and his friends face new challenges and dangers, they also grapple with personal growth and inner conflicts, making them feel like real individuals with relatable struggles and strengths.
The introduction of new characters, such as the mysterious Hunters of Artemis and the conflicted Titan, adds depth to the storyline and expands the rich tapestry of the Percy Jackson universe. The interactions between characters are filled with wit, warmth, and genuine camaraderie, making you root for them every step of the way.
Riordan's descriptive prose vividly paints each scene, whether it's a thrilling battle against mythological monsters or a quiet moment of reflection under starlit skies. The pacing is perfect, keeping the momentum going while allowing for moments of introspection and character bonding.
"The Titan's Curse" is a page-turner that not only entertains but also educates, introducing readers to Greek mythology in an accessible and engaging manner. It's a testament to Riordan's talent as a storyteller and his ability to create a world that feels both familiar and fantastical.
In summary, "The Titan's Curse" is a must-read for fans of adventure, mythology, and unforgettable characters. It's a book that transports you to a world where legends come to life, and every turn of the page brings new revelations and excitement.
Complementing the narrative craftsmanship is the vivid imagery, which captivates with its beauty and attention to detail. From meticulously described settings to evocative character descriptions, the visual storytelling adds depth and dimension to the novel's narrative, enhancing the reader's immersion in its world. Each scene is a visual delight, showcasing the talent and dedication of the author in bringing the story to life through evocative prose.
In conclusion, the novel under review represents a masterful blend of narrative complexity and visual elegance. Its ability to engage readers with a compelling storyline while captivating them with vivid imagery is a testament to the skill and creativity of its author. While individual preferences may vary, the novel's strengths in both narrative and visual execution make it a noteworthy addition to the literary landscape, deserving of recognition for its achievements in storytelling and literary craftsmanship.
As I said, though, the second book still didn't quite wow me. The whole narrative felt like basically an endless series of cliff-hangers with little to no character development and not enough plot. The cliff-hangers seemed to be far more numerous than most quest books in fantasy settings. Now, this isn't to say that I didn't enjoy the first two volumes, but just that they didn't quite (other than some interesting stuff such as likable characters and references to myths) *do* it for me, so to speak. This third book, however, really did make me a major *Percy Jackson* fan, and was absolutely a great read. The rest of the review will show why.
The plot is simple. In a rescue mission to save two fellow demi-gods, Percy, Annabeth, Grover, and their new friend Thalia, encounter trouble. Though they save the twin half-bloods, Annabeth goes missing, and to make matters worse, so does a powerful goddess ally, Artemis.
Of course, a quest is in order. But the questions are rather more complicated than one might think in this case. Normally, these quests are, of course, quite dangerous. But in this case, the sense of danger, really the *fact* of danger, is more persistent. Because a prophecy from the Oracle is that at least two of the members of the quest will not make it back alive...
While the plot is relatively straight-forward at first, the narrative and plot developments this time were quite a bit more complicated. Not only did Riordan expand on the mythology of the series, and the connections to Classical Greek myths, but the structure was different. Gone was the nearly every chapter cliff-hanger, with the accompanying desperate rushes from one danger to the next, one clue to the next. In it's place was a slower and more long-term story progression.
Don't get me wrong. The sense of excitement and adventure was just as strong, but the story was a better one in this way. This is because there was more time taken to spend more time exploring the characters and their thoughts and the world-building, as well as both delving into the past of this world and laying down groundwork for future plots. This all was a net plus for the book and made it far, *far* better than the predecessors.
Included in this are tidbits that answer the big questions that some might have, including, why, oh why, do the Olympians not *do* anything to remedy these problems themselves. Well, the answer is that they are a) kinda personality-driven, and this interferes with some proactiveness, as they have their own stuff to attend to and their personalities dictate this, and b) related, they are *busy*. Not only do they have the duties they have always had, but they are also dealing with the fact that the coming hostilities with the forces of Kronos are causing other supernatural gods and god-like beings to cause problems that make their jobs harder. For that matter, there is a delicate power balance that too much action on the part of *anyone* will upset.
The reason I liked this one as well is that the characters are kinda coming into their own and beginning to grow up. Annabeth is becoming more mature and able to forgive and see others' points of view more. Meanwhile, Percy is faster on his feet where he can handle things without constant directions. Though he still isn't the strategist that Annabeth is, and thus doesn't do as well as when he's teamed up with her, he still acquits himself admirably.
Grover, though, is a disappointment here. He's reduced to little more than comic relief. That annoys me in that while he was the weakest member of the quest, he's still a knowledgeable and capable guy. Or should be. I hope that he gets more impressive again in coming books.
I can't say much about other characters so as to not give away their roles, but just to say that Riordan does a good job with fleshing out their characters and arcs in a way that really makes them vivid to the reader and gets you to care about them.
I can honestly say now that I really enjoy this series and that it has become one of my favorites.
Highly Recommended.
Rating: 5/5 Stars.
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Já a história, com a qual sou bem familiar, é muito boa. Divertida, astuta, com ação no ponto, e a escrita do Rick Riordan é bem fluida e exelente para o público infanto-juvenil. Eu, 25 anos e fã da saga, também estou me divertindo ao reler.
História: 10/10
Qualidade da edição: 5/10
Arte de capa: 10/10
Its really witty and has some great moments in it. The feeling of adventure and learning about the world of Greek Mythology while it is in a modern setting is really refreshing.