The Last Olympian is the last book in the Percy Jackson series. It was the perfect ending to an excellent series. In this last book Percy and his friends must stop the evil Kronos from taking over New York City and Olympus. Without the help of the Gods (they are away fighting on many different fronts) and the demi-gods fighting amongst themselves, Percy must fight to not only save the day but to make everyone united. This action packed book is filled with magical creatures, monsters, mythical elements. If you haven't read the first in the series, The Lightning Thief, it is a must read. Get excited too because the book ended with a wide open ending which means that Riordan is writing another series that include the Gods and prophecies. Check out all five books in the Percy Jackson series!
Umami By Jacob Grant New York: Viking, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC, 2024. Picture Book. Umami is a little penguin who is sick of eating the same thing everyday, cold fish --ugh! She becomes determined to find new foods and flavors, so Umami begins a journey across the sea in search of something different to eat. She reaches a place with a plethora of delicious options, and tries bitter, sweet, sour, and foods with umami (just like her name!) among others. Umami decides to bring all these delicious new flavors back for the other penguins to try in a feast. But, will the other penguins enjoy this new experience? Filled with charm and humor, Umami is a diverse romp through a universal experience --am I willing to try something new? What will it be like? The idea of trying new foods and flavors make it especially relatable, and the appealing illustrations will have many readers ready to hop out on a culinary adventure. A humorous and sweet ending, caps off this delig...
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