67 pages 2 hours read

Rick Riordan

The Mark Of Athena

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

The Mark of Athena by Rick Riordan is the third novel in the young adult fantasy series, The Heroes of Olympus, and follows seven demigods on their quest to Rome to find Nico and the Mark of Athena while trying to prevent Gaea from waking up and destroying the gods. The story picks up from the previous book and is narrated in third-person limited omniscient from multiple demigod perspectives, including Annabeth, Leo, Piper, and Percy.

Reviews & Readership

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Reviews for Rick Riordan's The Mark of Athena praise its engaging plot, compelling characters, and vivid mythological elements, appealing to both young and adult audiences. Positive comments highlight the humor and strong female protagonist. Criticisms focus on the book's pacing and cliffhanger ending, which some found frustrating. However, overall reception is highly favorable.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Mark Of Athena?

The reader who would enjoy The Mark of Athena by Rick Riordan is typically aged 10-14 and enjoys mythological adventures and strong character development. Fans of Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling and Percy Jackson & the Olympians by Riordan will find this book captivating for its blend of modern settings with Greek and Roman mythology.

RecommendedReading Age

9-14years

Book Details

Genre

Mythology

Fantasy

Action / Adventure

Themes

Values/Ideas: Religion & Spirituality

Emotions/Behavior: Revenge

Society: Nation