Steph L
Written on Jul 5, 2020
The SECOND title in this number one, bestselling spin-off series from Percy Jackson creator, Rick Riordan.
This crazy messed up world of gods and monsters is Percy Jackson's reality, which pretty much sucks for him.
Percy Jackson, son of Poseidon, God of the Sea, has woken from a very deep sleep and come face to face with two snake-haired ladies who refuse to die.
But they're the least of his problems. Because Percy finds himself at a camp for half-bloods, which doesn't ring any bells for him. There's just one name he remembers from his past. Annabeth.
Only one thing is certain - Percy's questing days aren't over. He and fellow demigods Frank and Hazel must face the most important quest of all: the Prophecy of Seven.If they fail, it's not just their camp at risk. Percy's old life, the gods, and the entire world might be destroyed . . .
- ISBN10 1423140591
- ISBN13 9781423140597
- Publish Date 4 October 2011 (first published 1 October 2011)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Hyperion Books for Children
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 544
- Language English
- URL https://penguinrandomhouse.com/books/isbn/9781423140597
Reviews
thepunktheory
Written on Jun 8, 2016
So, first of all, The Sun of Neptune tells a thrilling story. I could hardly put the book down, you just want to know what happens next so badly. What I especially liked about this one is that it makes you question stuff. I don't want to add any spoilers, but you will end up thinking about some things after you put the book down.
Furthermore, I admire Riordan for creating such amiable and relatable characters. No matter what he comes up with, it never feels like a cliché which is something I very much appreciate.
So, the only other thing I can add is go read the book, you'll love it!
Riordan wrote another exciting novel, that will drag you into its world. You'll end up fascinated and longing for more!
sleepseeker
Written on Dec 13, 2014
This was great from beginning to end and a definite page turner. A lot of things were happening with Gaea trying to bring down destruction and we learned some more stuff about the prophecy of the seven. The ending was awesome and I can't wait to pick up book three to see what is going to happen next.
Baroness Book Trove
Written on Jul 4, 2014
When I first read the plot I read it super fast because I was so excited that a new book was out and that it had Percy in it. I mean it's Percy. Anyways after I read it the first time I had to stop and go "wait....what is it about?" So I had to reread it again but very slowly. I also tired to think of what maybe Rick was thinking about with each of the three things for the three main characters for this book.
For Percy's all I had to do was read the first line and I started to think "oh no! Rick Riordan what did the gods do to Percy know!" As I read further along in the little paragraph I just kept on thinking which god did this to Percy and Annabeth. Then I saw the last sentence and immediately I thought "What! Did Athena and Aphrodite team up on Percy and Annabeth?" I was so unhappy as I thought about that since Percy and Annabeth have been through so much together. For Hazel's I started to think after reading the first sentence "What is she a zombie that Ares brought back for the 'other' camp?" I then saw the next part about her mom being possessed by greed and I started to think didn't one of Hades's forms had a power to do something with jewels being brought up from the ground. But I also wasn't exactly sure if that was right at all. I started to wonder what is Hazel's gift and what did she do with it that could harm the future of the world. With the last sentence I just thought that she could have just liked horses and that she is meant to find the house that is in her dreams. For Frank's when I saw klutz I automatically thought of a medium height person that isn't to his full height and obviously clumsy. Then I saw the next line and I honestly hadn't heard of any myths about people being descended from heroes but then I guess that it could happen. With the next line of him hoping Apollo claims him but not being very good at archery during the war games I can't help but think that maybe he isn't a son of Apollo at all. Since Apollo's kids are always good at archery. The last sentence though is making me wonder what Frank's secret is that he feels like he can trust Hazel with and what did Hazel do to get Frank to trust her with this kind of secret.
To read the rest of this review here on my blog: http://baronessbooktrove.blogspot.com/2014/07/the-son-of-neptune-by-rick-riordan.html
tellemonstar
Written on Feb 5, 2014
Sarah Says
Written on Jan 26, 2014
Non-stop action. More New Characters. Percy Jackson back and better than ever, even with the Hera brought on case of amnesia he has at the start of the book. This book pulled me in and I couldn’t put it down. I’m hanging out to read the next one! These books really do keep getting better and better!!!
I actually shed a tear when Tyson & Mrs O’Leary re-enter the story, lovingly and longingly looking for Percy. My husband asked me what was wrong and I blurted out something along the lines of “Poor Tyson he keeps looking for Percy and whenever he manages to track him, by the time he gets there Percy gone, poor adorable sweet Tyson’’ my husband just stared at me so I gave up trying to explain. I’m sure any of you who’ve met Tyson in the previous books will totally understand why I got upset reading about the kind hearted Cyclopes distraught looking for his brother. I was so happy Tyson & Mrs O’Leary got to join in the fight to save Camp Jupiter. The image of Percy riding Mrs O’Leary into battle ready was fantastic.
The last pages see the ‘Greek’ warship Argo 2 descending into the ‘Roman’ Camp Jupiter and you just know that the next books going to be just as good if not better!!
Five out of Five Stars – Outstanding and Spellbinding!!
Mercy
Written on Jan 13, 2014
Chelsea
Written on Sep 7, 2013
The writing is the same as the Percy Jackson series, nothing is better or worse. The plot for this book is still really cool and I love the idea for this whole series. I like that both camps have to work together and that there’s new characters and old ones. All the characters were very well written. I didn’t like some of them but they’re supposed to be hated I think. I like how different ever character is. Percy is super talented, Hazel is back from the dead and Frank’s life depends on a stick. It’s a really cool group of characters. I’m super excited to read the next book! It’s going to get very interesting!
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Rinn
Written on Jun 30, 2013
Rick Riordan has done it again. He has created another wonderful series - although this is admittedly more of a 'spin off' of the first Percy Jackson series - based on ancient mythology. This time round, it's the turn of ancient Rome.
Of course, Rome borrows heavily from ancient Greece in its mythology, so there isn't much strictly 'new'. But Riordan uses the idea cleverly - just like Camp Half-Blood, the camp for Greek demigods, there is a Camp Jupiter, for Roman demigods. Both camps are completely unaware of each other - until now. And just like between the ancient Greeks and Romans, there is animosity. For someone like me, who loves ancient mythology (I studied it quite a bit at university, my dissertation was based around an ancient Graeco-Egyptian god), this series has everything.
It was exciting to see the entwining of the two cultures, and Riordan showcases their similarities and differences very well. It was also fun to meet 'familiar' figures and see them brought to life by someone who has clearly done extensive research on the legends of ancient Rome, as well as the military and politics. I was really impressed by Riordan's use of knowledge of ancient Rome to create Camp Jupiter, but after the first series I would not expect any less of him!
I actually picked this one up thinking it was the first book in the second series, when in actual fact it is number two - but I was not hindered at all by having not read the first one. Percy has memory loss for much of this book, and I believe that most of the first one is about another character who is mentioned in this one. All necessary back story was explained very well, without dumping information.
Unlike the first Percy Jackson series, this one switches point of view - it flicks between Percy and his two new companions, Frank and Hazel. Frank is new to Camp Jupiter, having only been there for a few weeks before Percy arrives. He is unsure of his parentage, and it was fun trying to guess who his father was, and other factors about his family history. For a kid's book, it can really test the reader on their knowledge of mythological figures! Hazel has been at the camp for a while longer, and is equally as mysterious although her story gets cleared up a little sooner. I thought both new companions were well-rounded, and it was nice to have different points of view - as well as a story written in third person, rather than first person like the previous series.
Although the age on the back of the book says '9+', I really feel that Rick Riordan's stories are for all ages. Like Harry Potter, it's a 'childrens' book that is so well-written and fun that you feel drawn into the action, whatever your age. I'm also excited to see that he has written a series based on ancient Egypt, and will be keeping a look out for that, as well as the rest of the books in the series!
nitzan_schwarz
Written on Oct 13, 2012
It took me much longer than it should've to read this book. Not because there is some kind of problem with it, but because I have been busy and tired and found barely any time to read this week.
I also find it kind of hard to review this book, but I'm going to give it my best shot, okay?
The Cover
I'd like to start with some easy stuff; I love the cover! It's so pretty and well drawn! Don't you just adore it? Because I know I do!
The Writing
Son of Neptune is written from three different POVs, in third-person. We get 4 chapters in a row from each point of view.
I felt this book was written a bit differently than the others, or maybe it's just me having read the last book over a year ago. But we saw a lot of flashbacks in this, straight from the beginning We also had to have a lot explained to us since we found ourselves in a completely new camp, so perhaps that's the reason.
As always, the writing does not disappoint. Riordan is a master at what he does.
What did bother me was the amount of references this book sort of requires a re-read of the entire Percy Jackson series. I've read that a long time ago, and I had to rack my mind to remember some of the references, and some I never figured out.
I loved how Rick intertwined some events from Percy Jackson with this story, such as Reyna and her sister, and all those.
And I miss the awesome chapter names from the Percy Jackson and Kane Chronicles series! ~cries~
The Roman Camp
Well, one of the biggest differences between the last book and this one is that it happens on the Roman side, and their camp is... ~cough cough~ different.
You see, the roman camp is a safe heaven for demigods to have families and live their lives. They've got a city for retired demigods, with schools and malls and jobs... It's quite incredible.
Demigods on the roman side live to be adults.
They also have descended from Demigods in their ranks; children and grandchildren of. We learn that those children sometimes hold powers of their own.
I've always wondered what happens to demigods' children. Now I know, and I'm loving it.
And, well, I'm sorry camp half blood, but you've just been bested! they may have more bloodthirsty methods about them, but they raise families. I'd totally rather be there.
The Characters
This book we see Percy again (yay!) and meet two new heroes: Hazel and Frank.
Percy: well, we all know and love Percy from when he was still staring on the Percy Jackson series, and this book doesn't change that. If anything, it makes us see what a freakin' wonderful boyfriend he is - without once seeing Annabeth in this book! god, he was so sweet with all his thoughts about Annabeth! He's also as kick ass as before, and as loyal as ever.
Hazel - I love her name, ever if I'm not sure I'm pronouncing it correctly. She was a nice addition to the book, and I found it interesting to see the difference between how others saw her and how she really was. I can't say I love her like I do Percy, but she was nice. Interesting powers, and an interesting back story.
Frank - He's got a horrible name for a hero in my opinion, but I like the guy. He's kind of cute. He's also got an interesting past and I like how he's described. I could not believe who his father was, so uncharacteristic! I found his "special powers" a bit unsatisfying though. It seems like the change happens too easily. I would have liked it to be describe more.
Some of out favorite characters from the Percy Jackson series return!
Hooray, we've got Nico and Tyson this book! I loved Nico in the Percy Jackson series, and I love him now. I was really happy to see him again.
Also, what's the deal with Leo/Sammy? I get they're probably related, but is Leo Sammy's reincarnation Because relations shouldn't have the look so alike. Did something about it was mentioned in The Lost Hero? I can't remember!
The Romance
Percy Jackson has grown, and so have Riordan's books. They're not little kids anymore, and love plays a part of the story.
I've already said Percy's been the sweetest boyfriend ever in this book. I need to read the Percy/Annabeth reunion now!
But we also had Frank and Hazel, and they were sweet and cute. Both like each other, each fearing the other will hate them if they knew the truth... I find myself wondering, as Percy had, if they're a couple now. Guess we'll find out in Mark of Athena!
In Conclusion
I know this is not my best review, I find it difficult to review this book. But I loved it and greatly recommend it, and I'm dying to read the next book!