What age is appropriate for Percy Jackson books?

Common Sense Media (my go-to spot for judging what media is appropriate for what age of kids) rates the Percy Jackson books as for kids aged 9–10.

Can a 14 year old read Percy Jackson?

The content simply is not appropriate, in my humble opinion as the guy who wrote the books (and designed them for the middle grades, roughly ages 9-14). There's an old test we teachers use for determining whether a child is ready for a book. ... Plenty of kids can read Percy Jackson, or Harry Potter, or Twilight.

What grade level reading is Percy Jackson?

The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 1)
Interest Level Reading Level Word Count
Grades 5 - 8 Grades 3 - 8 87223

Interest Level	Reading Level	Word Count
Grades 5 - 8	Grades 3 - 8	87223

What happens to Percy when he turns 16?

Percy was a half-blood child of Poseidon , one of the eldest gods (Poseidon, Zeus and Hades), otherwise known as the Big Three . Percy reaches sixteen despite all of the numerous times he was almost killed by Luke, Kronos and his monsters. ... The blade was then used by Luke to kill himself, effectively killing Kronos.

Can teens read Percy?

The Percy Jackson series is a very good read for young teens, say aged 10–15.

Is Percy Jackson better than Harry?

There are far more fights in Percy Jackson than in Harry Potter. Sure, Harry battles something in every book and film, but it's usually short and lacking in action. ... But, since Percy Jackson books are shorter, the story is more saturated and focused. Maybe that is the reason we can say Percy's books are better in a way.

Can an 18 year old read Percy Jackson?

I've even read some of the spin-offs. But I too read Percy Jackson when I was eighteen years old and as much as it was interesting, it is designed for a younger audience. You'll like it undoubtedly. But like I said when you read it you'll know it's a children's book.