A review by plumpaperbacks
The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

adventurous funny lighthearted fast-paced

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

4.5

Storygraph says I’ve read this book twice, once unspecified and once now, but in truth, I’ve read these books more than any others. I found TLT in Walmart when I was seven, and I’ve loved it ever since. Considering I haven’t picked it up since at least my early years of high school—or maybe even longer—a reread was long overdue.

Is this book perfect? No. But it’s a hell of a lot of fun, and Percy and co will always have a special place in my heart. It feels so good to be back. 💙

Representation:

• protagonist with ADHD and dyslexia
• various side characters with ADHD and/or dyslexia