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“Great, I thought. We just blowtorched a national monument.”

Quote by Rick Riordan

Book:The lightning thief

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The lightning thief

This novel follows a young protagonist's quest to retrieve Zeus's stolen lightning bolt, leading him on a perilous journey through ancient Greece and mythical realms. more

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Rick Riordan, born on June 5, 1964, is an American author known for his works that blend mythology and fantasy elements. His most famous series, 'Percy Jackson & the Olympians,' combines Greek mythology with the experiences of modern teenagers. more

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Source: The lightning thief

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Book:Percy Jackson: The Complete Series

Source: Percy Jackson: The Complete Series

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Book:The Sea of Monsters

Source: The Sea of Monsters

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Book:The Titan's curse

Source: The Titan's curse