The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, #1)
by Rick Riordan
The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan holds a highly rated rating of 4.23 out of 5, based on 1.4M reader ratings. First published in 2005. The book spans 375 pages.
About The Lightning Thief
Alternate cover for this ISBN can be found herePercy Jackson is a good kid, but he can't seem to focus on his schoolwork or control his temper. And lately, being away at boarding school is only getting worse - Percy could have sworn his pre-algebra teacher turned into a monster and tried to kill him. When Percy's mom finds out, she knows it's time that he knew the truth about where he came from, and that he go to the one place he'll be safe. She sends Percy to Camp Half Blood, a summer camp for demigods (on Long Island), where he learns that the father he never knew is Poseidon, God of the Sea. Soon a mystery unfolds and together with his friends—one a satyr and the other the demigod daughter of Athena - Percy sets out on a quest across the United States to reach the gates of the Underworld (located in a recording studio in Hollywood) and prevent a catastrophic war between the gods.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Rick Riordan |
| Published | 2005 |
| Pages | 375 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.23 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 1,366,265 |
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What genre is The Lightning Thief?
The Lightning Thief is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Lightning Thief worth reading?
Based on 1.4M reader ratings, The Lightning Thief has an average score of 4.23 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Lightning Thief?
The Lightning Thief has 375 pages.
Who wrote The Lightning Thief?
The Lightning Thief was written by Rick Riordan. It was first published in 2005.
What is the ISBN for The Lightning Thief?
The ISBN-13 for The Lightning Thief is 9780786838650.0.
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