The Lightning Thief

The Lightning Thief

Author: Rick Riordan

Pages: [Paperback] 375

Available in Hardcover and Paperback

Percy Jackson has never fit in. He's been enrolled in more schools than he can count and has been kicked out of every single one of them. This time, he's actually managed to stay in the same school almost the entire year. But Percy's about to come face to face with mythological creatures, Greek gods, and monsters worse than any nightmare.

Zeus's master bolt has been stolen and Percy is the prime suspect. Percy has only ten days to prove his innocence or a war will begin between the gods-with Earth as their battlefield. Percy must band together with a few unlikely allies in order to find the bolt, clear his name, and save the Earth.
When I first picked up this book, I wasn't expecting much. It said that it was mainly for kids younger than I am. But when I actually started reading, I was pleasantly surprised. Percy and his friends are so funny, and I love how all of the Greek mythology ties into the story line. I've actually already started reading the second book, this one was so good!
If you've seen the movie, the book is nothing like it. I liked the movie, but the book is so much better because it had more detail.
I give this book five out of five stars. It's a quick read, but it kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time!