The Last Olympian (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 5)
Paperback – January 25, 2011
Description
“The clash of modern and classical worlds is both exciting and entertaining.” — The New York Times Book Review ? ”Riordan masterfully orchestrates the huge cast of characters and manages a coherent, powerful tale at once exciting, philosophical and tear-jerking. The best-selling series’ legions of fans will cheer their heroes on and rejoice in such a compelling conclusion to the saga.”— Kirkus Reviews (starred review) ? Rick Riordan (www.rickriordan.com) is the author of The Heroes of Olympus, Book One: The Lost Hero ; the New York Times #1 best-selling The Kane Chronicles, Book One: The Red Pyramid ; as well as all the books in the New York Times #1 best-selling Percy Jackson and the Olympians series: The Lightning Thief ; The Sea of Monsters ; The Titan's Curse ; The Battle of the Labyrinth ; and The Last Olympian . His previous novels for adults include the hugely popular Tres Navarre series, winner of the top three awards in the mystery genre. He lives in San Antonio, Texas, with his wife and two sons.
Features & Highlights
- All year the half-bloods have been preparing for battle against the Titans, knowing the odds are against them. Kronos is stronger than ever, and with every god and half-blood he recruits, his power only grows. In this momentous final book in the
- New York Times
- best-selling series, the prophecy surrounding Percy’s sixteenth birthday unfolds. And as the battle for Western civilization rages on the streets of Manhattan, Percy faces a terrifying suspicion that he may be fighting against his own fate.
