Book description
The Son of Neptune Delivers Mythological Mayhem
Rick Riordan's second installment in the Heroes of Olympus series plunges readers into a world where memory loss proves just as dangerous as any monster.
Percy Jackson's amnesia creates a fresh entry point for both newcomers and series veterans. Watching him rediscover his demigod identity while literally fighting his way to safety provides relentless momentum. The wolf Lupa's training sequences alone are worth the listen, delivered with the perfect blend of tension and dark humor that Riordan's audiobook narrators have mastered.
The story expands beyond Percy's confusion to introduce Hazel and Frank, two characters whose backstories add depth to the Greek-Roman mythology clash. Hazel's resurrection narrative tackles themes of redemption and family legacy, while Frank's awkward adolescent struggles provide comic relief without undermining his genuine heroism.
What makes this audiobook particularly compelling is how Riordan balances multiple perspectives without losing narrative focus. Each character's voice gets distinct treatment, making the supernatural elements feel grounded in very human emotions. The pacing never lets up as the trio journeys beyond Camp Jupiter's borders.
Monster encounters feel fresh rather than repetitive, with Riordan's trademark wit shining through battle descriptions. The prophesy-driven plot moves steadily toward its climactic revelations while building the broader mythological universe.
Listeners who enjoyed the first book won't be disappointed. Newcomers can easily jump in here and find themselves immediately caught up in the action. The audio format particularly benefits the combat scenes and mythological creature descriptions, making ancient Rome feel surprisingly immediate.
Another solid entry in Riordan's ever-expanding mythological empire.
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Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
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Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
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Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience