Characters and Story Structure
Percy starts out confused about who he is, but grows more confident as his adventure continues. Annabeth is super smart and independent but deals with her own family problems. Grover, Percy's best friend, might seem scared at first but becomes braver throughout the story.
The book follows a classic adventure structure. It begins with Percy discovering he's a demigod and arriving at Camp Half-Blood, a special place for kids like him. Then the action builds as Percy and his friends battle monsters while searching for the lightning bolt. Everything comes to an exciting peak when they confront the real thief and prevent a divine war!
The story takes place in familiar and fantastic locations. Parts happen in New York City at famous places like the Empire State Building. Camp Half-Blood becomes Percy's safe place where he trains and makes friends. The most dangerous part of their journey takes them to the Underworld, a dark and scary realm where Percy faces his biggest challenges.
Remember This: Pay attention to how Percy changes from the beginning to the end of the book - his growth is a key part of what makes this story so great!