A review by nervousbell
The Dark Prophecy by Rick Riordan

adventurous emotional inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective sad tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

The seamless inclusion of the elderly lesbian couple added a natural depth to the narrative, their presence neither contrived nor forced, but rather an organic facet of the story's tapestry. Apollo's character arc, a testament to subtle yet profound development, defied the common trappings of annoyance, rendering him a more endearing and relatable figure.

 (At least I find him annoying that is, but he is funny, l’ll give him that.)