The Last Olympian (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 5)

The momentous final book in the New York Times #1 best-selling series Percy Jackson and the Olympians is now available in paperback.
All year the half-bloods have been preparing for battle against the Titans, knowing the odds are against them. Kronos is stronger than ever, and with every god and half-blood he recruits, his power only grows.

In this momentous final book in the New York Times best-selling series, the prophecy surrounding Percy's sixteenth birthday unfolds. And as the battle for Western civilization rages on the streets of Manhattan, Percy faces a terrifying suspicion that he may be fighting against his own fate.

"The clash of modern and classical worlds is both exciting and entertaining." --The New York Times Book Review


"Riordan masterfully orchestrates the huge cast of characters and manages a coherent, powerful tale at once exciting, philosophical and tear-jerking. The best-selling series' legions of fans will cheer their heroes on and rejoice in such a compelling conclusion to the saga."-- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

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Published Jan 25, 2011

400 pages

Average rating: 8.91

253 RATINGS

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Readers say "The Last Olympian" delivers an epic, satisfying conclusion to the Percy Jackson series, praised for its action-packed battles, strong cha...

Maxime
Nov 29, 2025
9/10 stars
Good final book, lot of action and a good way to make fans warm for the next series!
Mariam.Haziq
Nov 27, 2025
10/10 stars
I LOVED IT I CRIED AND CHEERED AND LAUGHED THROUGH THE BATTLE AND CRIED WHEN LUKE DIED LIKE NOOOO
Josie the book goblin
Aug 22, 2025
10/10 stars
So I love all the PJ books and the entire fandom but this one is definitely one of the best. You have the adventure of the your favorite and the sarcasm from Percy but you also get one of the best battle scenes (for a YA but also it's pretty damn good in general). One of the great things about Percy is how he sees himself as this dumb, dorky, kid but he really is badass and you see his growth as well as the other characters. I've always had a soft spot of Nico and you have to remind yourself multiple times he is 12 during this moments. All the characters are literally just children.
Lauralee🧚‍♀️
Mar 25, 2025
6/10 stars
Pure pain with who died in this one. My heart is broken! That's it, that's all.
Barbara ~
Dec 11, 2024
8/10 stars
The lines are drawn and this shows you where the gods lie with who. Good vs evil and this cultimates in an epic battle that is not to be missed. Mr. Riordan, you rock!

Mr. D...you aren't the jerk everyone thinks you are.

Percy, you go boy! Your humbleness humbles... ok, let's not lie about the gods...lol. You show the gods, what a good human with a conscience and ability to think beyond your years is wonderous and magnificent.

Annabeth, you have come a long way.

Luke, you've come back to the good side. :)

Grover, not only did you get your Seeker licences, you found Pan and became his replacement because of your heart and belief. I shall not underestimate you again.

Very satisfying.

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