Utena reviewed The Sea of Monsters by Rick Riordan (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, #2)
Grover in a Wedding Dress
5 stars
Percy Jackson and the Sea of Monsters follows the adventures of Percy Jackson and his two friends, Annabeth and Grover, after the events of Book One. Percy has returned to his mother's home has started a brand new school and has met a new friend named Tyson, but Percy has been dreaming of Grover being chased down a set of stores by a much larger creature and Camp Half-Blood is suffering from numerous attacks by some mysterious enemy bent on poisoning the tree that protect the outer edges of the camp.
Percy must save the tree and sets out on a quest to find the legendary Golden Fleece, a mythological artifact with healing properties that could save Thalia, Zeus' daughter, and save Grover from the dreaded Cyclops Polyphemus. Navigating the Bermuda Triangle and trying to keep themselves alive won't be easy but Percy knows the fate of the camp rests …
Percy Jackson and the Sea of Monsters follows the adventures of Percy Jackson and his two friends, Annabeth and Grover, after the events of Book One. Percy has returned to his mother's home has started a brand new school and has met a new friend named Tyson, but Percy has been dreaming of Grover being chased down a set of stores by a much larger creature and Camp Half-Blood is suffering from numerous attacks by some mysterious enemy bent on poisoning the tree that protect the outer edges of the camp.
Percy must save the tree and sets out on a quest to find the legendary Golden Fleece, a mythological artifact with healing properties that could save Thalia, Zeus' daughter, and save Grover from the dreaded Cyclops Polyphemus. Navigating the Bermuda Triangle and trying to keep themselves alive won't be easy but Percy knows the fate of the camp rests upon their shoulders.
Throughout the journey, Percy's loyalty and friendship are tested, and he also learns more about his abilities and destiny as a demigod. He must make difficult choices and face dangerous adversaries to complete the quest and save the camp.
Percy Jackson and the Sea of Monsters explores themes of bravery, heroism, friendship, and the power of destiny. It is a thrilling adventure filled with humor, action, and references to Greek mythology. The book has gained popularity for its engaging storytelling and relatable characters, particularly for its target audience of young adult readers.
