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Percy Jackson and the Battle of the Labyrinth by Rick Riordan – Book Four of the Percy Jackson & the Olympians series Percy Jackson & the Olympians charges forward with The Battle of the Labyrinth , the fourth and most labyrinthine instalment yet. In this thrilling continuation of Rick Riordan’s mythological saga, the stakes rise as Percy and his friends face a perilous journey through the twisting, magical corridors of an ancient maze—where nothing is as it seems, and danger comes from every direction. The war between the Titans and the Olympians is brewing closer, and the lines between friend and foe blur like never before. Going into The Battle of the Labyrinth , I expected another thrilling quest—and I got that and so much more. This isn’t just another monster-slaying adventure. It’s a story that tightens the emotional core of the series, diving deeper into the bonds between characters while confronting questions of betrayal, belonging, and destiny. Percy is older, wiser...

Percy Jackson and the Titan’s Curse by Rick Riordan – Book Three of the Percy Jackson series Percy Jackson & the Olympians continues its thrilling journey with The Titan’s Curse, the third instalment in Rick Riordan’s beloved series. This book raises the stakes higher than ever, plunging Percy and his friends into a desperate rescue mission while dark forces gather strength in the shadows. The familiar world of Camp Half-Blood feels more fragile, as the prophecy’s looming threat pushes the characters to face both external enemies and their inner fears. I started The Titan’s Curse expecting the same fast-paced action and witty humour, but I found myself drawn deeper into a story filled with tension and growing responsibility. This isn’t just another quest—it’s a turning point. Percy is no longer just a boy on an adventure; he’s a demigod beginning to realise the weight of destiny and sacrifice. The urgency of the mission to save a kidnapped goddess and a missing friend makes ev...

Percy Jackson And The The Lightning Thief By Rick Riordan – Book One of the Percy Jackson series Percy Jackson & The Olympians  is a five-book fantasy series by Rick Riordan that blends Greek mythology with modern-day adventure.  The Lightning Thief  is the first book, introducing Percy, a twelve-year-old who discovers he’s a demigod. It launches his journey to prevent a war among the gods and discover his destiny. I picked up The Lightning Thief expecting monsters, Greek gods, and epic battles. And while it delivered all of that in spades, what I didn’t expect was how deeply this story would speak to the parts of me that once felt unseen. At the heart of the chaos — the sword fights, the betrayal, the journey across America — is Percy Jackson: a 12-year-old kid who’s been told all his life that he’s “too much” or “not enough.” Too impulsive. Too distracted. Too different. He’s been kicked out of school after school. He feels like a mistake. And honestly? That hits ha...

Percy Jackson and the Sea of Monsters By Rick Riordan – Book Two of the Percy Jackson series Percy Jackson & The Olympians  is a five-book fantasy series by Rick Riordan that blends Greek mythology with modern-day adventure.  The Sea of Monsters  is the second book, continuing Percy’s journey as a young demigod. With Camp Half-Blood under threat, Percy and his friends must venture into dangerous waters to protect the only place they’ve ever felt safe. I opened  The Sea of Monsters  expecting a fun continuation of Percy’s story. What I didn’t expect was how much more emotional and personal this chapter would be — because this book isn’t just about saving a magical tree or surviving a sea full of monsters. It’s about family, trust, and what it means to truly belong. In this instalment, Percy isn’t just fighting mythical creatures — he’s wrestling with something far more complex: the sudden arrival of someone who might be family, and the emotional chaos that co...