I have thoroughly enjoyed this series. Even though the main characters are demi-gods and can control the sea (Percy), or are master strategists (Annabeth), they still have their humanity. This is going to be harder than I thought to explain without giving away some of the plot. Aargh. Will someone please read these so we can talk about them!
I will say this: Hestia is my new-favorite goddess. Maybe not new favorite, since I really did not have a previous favorite. Unless it is Pallas Athena, but nevermore.*
Oh, by the way, I'd say it's material I will reread. And minor cool note: I have a signed copy! I skipped FHE to go pick up my book tonight.
I would like to add that the author does not seem in danger of succumbing to hubris, either. And to end, since I was unable to attend the signing, I give you the Riordan's own account:
Last night in Raleigh, we had another successful visit at Quail Ridge. Elizabeth Edwards had just left when I got there, so we didn’t have any overlapping crowds. Adultery and Greek mythology . . . Awkward. The bookstore was completely full, and it was hot and steamy in there! People came from Florida, Washington, D.C., and Richmond for the event. Wow, I’m causing an enormous carbon footprint these days. The satyrs are not going to be happy with me. I should plant some trees when I get home or something. **
* This is probably the first and only time where I'll be right and mi hermano will be wrong regarding something in literature. May I once again emphasize only! time?
** from rickriordan.blogspot.com, Myth and Mystery: The Official Blog for Author Rick Riordan
3 comments:
Sounds intriguing! I've always liked Hestia - perhaps because she's so little heard from in the myths that you can make up whatever lovely thoughts you want to about her. I also like Persephone - I'd like to believe that she loved Hades, and also wanted to get away from an overbearing mother for half the year.
I'll have to check these books out!
You should!
In thinking about the books, they remind a lot of Dark is Rising, in that the author relies on an already established lore (King Arthur/Greek Myth) and makes the myth relevant.
Persephone is in the latest book. She's not that well developed, but she does have some pretty good lines. And Demeter. You see all three, Hades, Persephone and Demeter interact. It's great.
I've read some of them, but not all. They're pretty enjoyable and a creative idea. I'll have to finish the series so we can talk about them!
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