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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?
Becci Absolutely read it. I am quite a bit past 17 and I read these every year. Every single book. Yes, they can be a little childish in places, but what do…moreAbsolutely read it. I am quite a bit past 17 and I read these every year. Every single book. Yes, they can be a little childish in places, but what do you expect when the lead characters are 11-15? :D
I heartily recommend the whole Riordan Myth collection to absolutely everyone - male, female, other, old, young or in between. (less)
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