cr_lua's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging funny inspiring lighthearted relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

keltronz's review against another edition

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adventurous fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

nyxwinters's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging emotional funny inspiring lighthearted tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

marisavl's review against another edition

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4.0

listened to this ages after reading it

helizaams's review against another edition

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5.0

I really REALLY wish I liked reading when this came out. Missed opportunity:( I am enjoying it now though!

bazgp's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional funny tense
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

kristofvw's review against another edition

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adventurous mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

bonnie_bee's review against another edition

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adventurous lighthearted fast-paced

4.5

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Overall an amazing children's book though, big recommend it, wish I had dived into the story when I was younger.

chroniclesofabookmum's review against another edition

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4.0

Okay, I admit, I picked up this series based on the recent announcement of Disney buying rights to produce the series. There was so much excitement over this idea and I felt like I was going to miss out. Therefore I took the plunge and bought the first series. I am so glad I did. I literally can't understand why I waited for so long to pick it up. 

I love this world so much, it is so creative and interesting. It did take me around 100 pages to get into it, mainly because I don't read Greek Mythology, I don't know anything about it. I am not sure on which God is which etc, so therefore I had to learn these things and some key terminology for me to get into and understand the story. It was so worth doing this, because as soon as I got into it I found I could not get enough. 

I really like the characters in this book, I love the underlying theme of unusual friendships. I really like Percy as a character, I enjoyed the beginning of my journey with him and it has led me to be excited for ht upcoming books where I can see him develop and grow up. I love how sassy he is for a 12 year old, his sarcasm had me laughing so much. I also love all of the mythical creatures, I love learning about different ones and understanding what they can do... despite the fact most of them are trying to kill Percy. 

I love Rick Riordan's writing style, it makes for such an easy read. The Lightning Thief is so jam packed with action, it is fast-paced to the point where you will not want to put it down. I demolished this book in one sitting and immediately picked up the second book. I cant wait to find out what happens next!

clace_19's review against another edition

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4.0

4.25!
I had so much fun with this. I would've liked this better I read it under better conditions me feeling ill did not help the case but honestly it was such a fun book made me realize why I fell in love with it in the first place.
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The REREAD begins!
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4.0

A nice start for a series
Am definitely gonna continue