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Demigods and Monsters

by Rick Riordan

Book Details

Publisher:Borders
Published:2008-01-01
Pages:190
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

Age Range:6-10

About This Book

Spend a little more time in Percy Jackson's world-- a place where the gods bike among us, monsters man snack bars and each of us has the potential to become a hero.

Our Review

This action-packed companion guide invites young readers to dive deeper into the mythological universe where modern demigods navigate a world filled with ancient Greek gods and dangerous creatures. It expands upon the beloved series by exploring the legendary figures and monstrous adversaries that Percy Jackson encounters, providing rich background that makes the original stories even more engaging. The book cleverly bridges ancient mythology with contemporary settings, showing how classical monsters operate in today's world while maintaining their terrifying origins.

What sets this volume apart is how it transforms complex mythological concepts into accessible, exciting content that helps children understand character motivations and mythological roots. Young readers who devour adventure stories and fantasy series will particularly appreciate the deeper insights into their favorite characters' powers and the monstrous threats they face. This exploration of heroic potential and mythological education will leave children seeing their own world through a more magical lens, perhaps even spotting potential monsters in their own neighborhoods.

Themes

Children's stories, American

Subjects

Children's stories, American