Gods of Olympus Book Tag

I know this one was invented quite a while ago but I always love reading people's answers to things like these so I thought I'd share mine. I may bring back some of the other book tags because they're just so much fun! 

Zeus: Name your favourite fictional leader, good or bad?

Robb Stark from A Song of Fire and Ice he was mostly a very wise, natural leader who showed bravery and strength. Despite his age he managed to win the respect and loyalty of people much older and with much more experience.

Hera: Who are your favourite fictional parents?

Mr and Mrs Weasley from Harry Potter is my first answer. They are such amazing, kind and generous parents and I always loved reading the scenes where they were involved. (sorry if this answer is predictable)


Demeter: What fictional food would you like to try?

Pretty much anything from Honeydukes in Harry Potter. Pumpkin Pastilles, Chocolate Frogs, Acid Pops, Sugar Quills, you name it!

Poseidon: Name a book where water is central, either in setting or plot.

The Brotherband series by John Flanagan! They are vikings and therefore spend a lot of time on their ship The Heron.

Dionysus: Which character would you most like to have a party with?

This is kinda hard, but I think I'm gonna have to go with Fred and George Weasley. They're always the ones to throw the parties in the Gryffindor common room and they're proper hilarious.

Apollo: Name a great debut book.

These Broken Stars by Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner. Although Meagan had published a book before this one, These Broken Stars was the first book by Amie Kaufman.


Artemis: Who is your favourite female heroine?

Annabeth Chase. She is badass, incredible smart and brave. She is so freaking awesome!


Athena: Name a character who is wise.

Although Annabeth is often referred to as 'wise girl' i'm gonna have to pick Dumbledore for this one. I don't think I need to elaborate.

Hermes: If you could travel to any fictional setting (real world or fantasy) where would you go?

Hogwarts.


Hephaestus: If you could have any fictional tool made (for example a weapon or a gadget), what would you want?

A wand. I know everyone else is saying this but it would just be so useful. (not to mention awesome!)


Ares: What is your favourite fictional battle?

The battle at the end of the Fellowship of the Rings where Boromir dies (cry every time). There are just so many badass and emotional moment during it.

Aphrodite: What is your ultimate ship?

Percabeth. Obviously.

Hades: If you could petition Hades to bring any fictional character back from the dead who would you choose?

Fred Weasley.

If you could be a Goddess of anything what would you want to be and what do you think would fit your personality?

Ahh this is so hard! Umm... I would want to be the goddess of awesomeness. Put I would probably end up begin the goddess of indecision considering I just put awesomeness cause I couldn't think of anything better.


Hope you don't hate my answers! Share your own in the comments.

-Rachael xx

Percy Jackson's Greek Gods

While I was getting lost in the expensive labyrinth that is Harrods, I somehow managed to stumble upon Percy Jackson's Greek Gods. Keep in mind this was ten days before the release date. I immediately picked up a copy and went straight to the nearest cash register. I was so excited that I walked straight past a goldmine of Harry Potter merchandise without even noticing it until after Rick Riordan's latest book was safely in my possession.

I hope that gave some idea of the level of my excitement for this book and thankfully it didn't disappoint. I rate this book 5/5 stars and it deserves every star.

I know some people who've read the Percy Jackson series might be reluctant to read this as it's about Greek mythology not Percy adventures, but don't be put off this book is both interesting and hilarious.

When I imagine Rick Riordan writing this book I picture him writing the basic myths then going "you know what? I'm gonna add ALL the sass."
Seriously though, this book is still written by the POV of Percy and he is the one who is retelling the myths and he is so hilariously honest about his godly relatives and the ridiculously stupid and selfish things they did. It's fantastic!
I studied Ancient Greece in school last year and we did a whole term on myths and legends, so I was quite familiar with most of the myths, but the whole time I was reading it I was wishing this book came out a year and a half earlier. It would've been so useful! It gives a great recount of various myths, but unlike most 'informative' websites the stories are clear and entertaining. That being said I don't think it would be the best book to reference in my assignments. For some reason I don't think 'the promise of delicious cookies' would be accepted as a reason for the Titans turning on Ouranos by my teacher.

Another awesome thing about Percy Jackson's Greek Gods is that the brilliant chapter titles are back from Percy Jackson and the Olympians. My personal favourite titles are 'The Beginning and Stuff', 'Persephone Marries her Stalker, or, Demeter the Sequel' and 'Hephaestus makes me a golden  llama (not really but he totally should)'.
Seriously though, Rick Riordan makes learning fun.

One thing I was disappointed with was that I brought the British edition which doesn't come with illustrations and an uglier cover. This cover features a Logan (movie Percy) Lerman wanna be, some lightning, statues of Poseidon and Athena and the caption 'half boy, half god, all hero,' on the cover. Yeah. That happened.
But it's okay. I have ordered the other edition online.
The book also came with a sneak peek of The Heroes of Olympus which comes out on the 7th of October and I'm SO flipping excited for it!

For real though, if you're still reading this you should just stop and go and buy this book.
Bye! xx