Ariana Jashari asked this question about The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, #1):
I have seen the movies and have been thinking about reading the books too, but I'm afraid that it'll be boring and childish. I love Greek mythology, though. Should I start reading these books or not?
Adeline Wright The books are for all ages. My 9 year old brother, my 12 year old friend, me (13 years old), and my 43 year old mom are reading the series. THE MOVIES…moreThe books are for all ages. My 9 year old brother, my 12 year old friend, me (13 years old), and my 43 year old mom are reading the series. THE MOVIES ARE HORRIBLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Everyone knows that the books are always better than the movies. READ THEM ASAP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!(less)
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