Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book One: The Lightning Thief

Name: Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book One: The Lightning Thief
Price: 6.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (64766 reviews)
Author: Riordan, Rick

by Riordan, Rick

Fantasy Young Adult

4.7 (64,766)

4.7 stars from 64,766 reviews. One of the highest rated Fantasy books we track.

$6.9963% off peak

Last checked: Jul 9, 2026

Price history: $0.99 – $18.99

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Perfect for you if...

You enjoyed Percy Jackson's mix of mythology, humour, and genuine stakes when you were younger and want to revisit it or share it with kids.
You love fantasy adventures with snappy dialogue, slow-burn friendships, and a protagonist who's flawed but trying his best.
You're looking for a book that respects younger readers' intelligence without talking down to them or being preachy.

Maybe not for you if...

You prefer standalone books over series commitments. This is book one of a long saga that demands investment.
You want dark, brooding fantasy with grim consequences. This leans into adventure and optimism, even when things get tense.
You're after literary complexity or intricate plotting. The story is straightforward and designed to move quickly.

About this book

Percy Jackson is a good kid, but he can't seem to focus on his schoolwork or control his temper. And lately, being away at boarding school is only getting worse-Percy could have sworn his pre-algebra teacher turned into a monster and tried to kill him.

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$0.99 – $18.99

Currently on sale at $6.99 — 63% off peak. Price has dropped 10 times over the last 3 years. Goes on sale roughly every 103 days. Typically stays discounted for 544 days.

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Currently #8,034 in the Kindle store — a top-10K bestseller. Climbing the charts — 61% improvement recently.

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Currently 4.7★ from 64,766 reviews

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This book is currently discounted at $6.99. It typically returns to around $18.99.

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