A publisher in New York asked me to
write down what I know about the Greek gods, and I was like, Can we do
this anonymously? Because I don't need the Olympians mad at me again. But
if it helps you to know your Greek gods, and survive an encounter with
them if they ever show up in your face, then I guess writing all this
down will be my good deed for the week.
So begins Percy Jackson's Greek Gods,
in which the son of Poseidon adds his own magic--and sarcastic
asides--to the classics. He explains how the world was created, then
gives readers his personal take on a who's who of ancients, from Apollo
to Zeus. Percy does not hold back. "If you like horror shows, blood
baths, lying, stealing, backstabbing, and cannibalism, then read on,
because it definitely was a Golden Age for all that."
This
novel-sized paperback, complete with an insert of full-color
illustrations by Caldecott Honoree John Rocco, is portable and friendly,
and the ideal way to introduce young readers to the classic stories.
Praise for Percy Jackson's Greek Gods
"Percy's
gift, which is no great secret, is to breathe new life into the gods.
Closest attention is paid to the Olympians, but Riordan has a sure touch
when it comes to fitting much into a small space-as does Rocco's
artwork, which smokes and writhes on the page as if hit by lightning. .
.The inevitable go-to for Percy's legions of fans who want the stories
behind his stories."
-Kirkus Reviews
"The age-old
stories are endlessly strong, resonant, and surprising, while the
telling here is fresh, irreverent, and amusing. Percy's voice. . . John
Rocco illustrates the myths with drama, verve, and clarity. A must-have
addition to the Percy Jackson canon."
-Booklist Online
"Combining
the sarcasm and wit of Percy Jackson with the original Greek myths is a
great way to hook tweens and teens on the stories without boring them.
The beautiful illustrations by John Rocco enhance each story. . ."
-VOYA