Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (preloved)

Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief is the first book in Rick Riordan’s Percy Jackson series. It introduces Percy Jackson, a 12-year-old boy who discovers that he is a demigod, the son of Poseidon. Percy learns that the gods of Mount Olympus are real, and a stolen lightning bolt has been framed on him. To clear his name and prevent a war among the gods, Percy embarks on a dangerous quest with his friends Annabeth and Grover.

They must travel across the United States to recover the bolt and return it to Zeus before the summer solstice. Along the way, they encounter mythical creatures, face deadly challenges, and learn more about their own identities. The book blends Greek mythology with modern-day adventure, humor, and themes of friendship, courage, and destiny.