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A review by samtherat17
Percy Jackson and the Last Olympian by Rick Riordan
adventurous
emotional
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
So finally, we arrive at the end of the great PJO re-read. And well, what better way to end it off than with The Last Olympian--my favourite Riordanverse book! Let's start off with how this book is paced. Man, this is just a rollercoaster ride from start to finish with enough epic battles, funny quips, and emotional moments to keep you engaged the whole time.
Also; Percy, Annabeth, Nico,Luke, Silena, Clarisse--what I find crazy is that how each of these characters (and others!) have their own amazing moments throughout the book. And of course, we have to talk about the ending. What a marvelous way to bring things full circle. So yeah, if you haven't figured it out yet, I absolutely adore this book. Maybe some of my love for it is due to the nostalgia of having read it as a kid, but the book is still really excellent. The best in the PJO series for me, and like I said--my favourite Rick Riordan book overall.
That ending was really something. Luke really did come around at the end--what a powerful scene. Percy rejecting immortality in favour of choosing to tell the gods to claim their children is also such a well-written character moment. And of course, I have to mention the Percabeth kiss at the end. It was just really satisfying and heartwarming as a reader.
Also; Percy, Annabeth, Nico,