I remembered what she'd told me in New York, about building something permanent, and I thought - just maybe - we were off to a good start.

Our secret weapon, Khione! We're not just a bunch of demigods. We're a team.

Percy was getting tired of water. If he said that aloud, he would probably get kicked out of Poseidon’s Junior Sea Scouts, but he didn’t care.

I have more ideas than I'll ever be able to write in five lifetimes.

I must admit I’m impressed, Sadie. You controlled your magic and controlled Isis. And you, Carter, did well turning into a lizard.

Don't stay in one place too long. It was the only way to stay ahead of the sadness.

Is Tyson okay?' I asked. The question seemed to take my dad by surprise. 'He's fine. Doing much better than I expected. Though 'peanut butter' is a strange battle cry.