The Son of Neptune

Discuss the narrative choices in this novel. Why do you think the author chooses to tell his story through the eyes of these three main characters? How does the story differ depending on who is telling it? How does the use of the third-person narration add to the story? Is there any detraction from the story with this use of third-person narration or the constant change in the narrator?

Each main character is tested in their loyalty and dedication to their path by someone outside of their trusted circle. Percy is tested by Juno, Hazel by Gaea, and Frank by Iris. What alternative path is each offered? Why do you believe each chooses to continue their path? What does this say about their character and their chances of success on their quest? How might this test impact each character as they move on in the bigger plot of the series?

Percy arrives at Camp Jupiter with no memory of his past, yet some of the elements of Camp Jupiter feel familiar to him. How does this lack of memory help Percy as he explores Camp Jupiter? How does his lack of memory hurt him? Do you think Percy would have been welcomed at Camp Jupiter if he had not lost his memory? Why or why not? How does Percy’s memory loss factor into Juno’s motives?