Holub, Joan and Williams, Suzanne Heroes
in Training: Poseidon and the Sea of Fury (Book #2) 128 pgs. Aladdin, 2012. $11.67.
Content: Language: G (0 swears);
Mature Content: G ; Violence: G.
The continuing
adventures of young Zeus, Hera, and Poseidon as they travel into the unknown at
the advice of the oracle Pythia. (Whose instructions are often murky). Luckily
Zeus has a compass of sorts, so they set off. The three of them are looking for
a trident for Poseidon. The sea itself is treacherous, and even worse Poseidon
is convinced he will dissolve if he gets in the ocean. Will they ever be able
to beat the mighty Titan Oceanus?
I think this
book has the oddest writing style, sort of sharp and angular at times –like a
recitation of facts, while other times its youthful and fun with banter and a
more modern feel. I gave the first book a Not Recommended. But I have been
rethinking that as requests for Greek Mythology novels from my students are
increasing and there isn't anything that is just quite perfect. I think the
cover art will be inviting to students readers. Sadly, the graphic novel Olympian
series by George O’Connor is way better, but a bit too sexy for elementary.
EL, Elementary –ADVISABLE Reviewer: Stephanie Elementary School
Librarian & Author.
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