Monster in the Maze: The Story of the Minotaur

by Susan Swan (Illustrator), Stephanie Spinner

In an easy-to-read version of the ancient Greek legend, a dashing prince and a brave princess must join forces to defeat the monster in the maze and save the children of Athens. Simultaneous.

48 pages, Paperback

First published January 15, 2000

Reviews

[Jean-Marie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is the watered down version of the Minotaur and Theseus story where everyone lives happily ever after. My 6 year old enjoyed this read aloud. He liked the simple pictures, including a map of the ship sailing from Athens, Greece to Crete. This book also features pronunciation keys for hard-to-read Greek names, which is perfect for this leveled easy reader.

[Alexis · Rating 3 out of 5]

A beginner story, does what it is supposed to. The pronunciation for some of the Greek names was very helpful and the map that shows Athens and Crete.
It's a watered down, happy story, but it's geared towards children learning to read, so it is to be expected.

[Bridget Neace · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good enough for what it was. Legit read it for a seasonal reading prompt.

[Teri · Rating 3 out of 5]

Shorter version of Theseus and the Minotaur, but the pictures are terrible and the story isn't accurate. The princess doesn't marry Thesues. . . Read the Hero and the Minotaur instead if you have the time.