Leni Linnéa asked this question about The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, #1):
Can I read this when I am 17 years old? I mean, I know I can, but I am afraid it will be to "childish". Will I still be able to enjoy it at my age?
Olivia Nash Y e s!!! the series actually has a lot of Adult/older kid humor in it that went way over my head the first time reading it. I firmly believe that its …moreY e s!!! the series actually has a lot of Adult/older kid humor in it that went way over my head the first time reading it. I firmly believe that its rated a "Childs book" Because there's not any written language or Sex. its completely appropriate for all ages! I love this book, and would have really missed out if I didn't read it. (less)
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by Rick Riordan (Goodreads Author)
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