All Things Rick Riordan Discussions discussion

So Rick Riordon has sevral Mystery series, and I would like to read them. Sadly a review site doesn't have anything for it,is it any good? Thank you!!!

Well, Rick says they're definately adult novels. I don't know if that helps any. He doesn't think they're good for kids. I haven't read them.

Thanks! It's good to know Rick says there for adults. I'll do some more research, Thanks again!

You're welcome. Here's what he says about them on his site. The question: Are your adult mysteries appropriate for young readers?

"No, they’re not designed for kids. They have adult situations, language, etc. They aren’t any worse than a typical R-rated movie, but I do not recommend them for readers under 17. I’m not sure younger readers would enjoy them anyway. They are very different from Percy Jackson."

Wow, thanks that really helps!!! I've searched his site b4 and didn't find anything. lolz! Yeash, no wonder his kids books are more popular. Thanks again!

No problem. I remebered reading it from a while back. I just had to search the new site for it.

Stephanie wrote: "You're welcome. Here's what he says about them on his site. The question: Are your adult mysteries appropriate for young readers?

"No, they’re not designed for kids. They have adult situations, ..."

Adult situations, ahaha.

Lol. Yeah.

well i think i might read them anyway.

Mehh.....I wouldn't.

Y not?

Because....well...huh. There are a number of reasons. Being, once I read a more "adult" book and just found it really distasteful (it didn't, like, scar me for life XD); also, if I do read them and find them distasteful in the same way, that will have an effect on how much I like Rick Riordan and his books.

well a lot of adult books have a bunch of weird and "distasteful" stuff, but i just skip over you know?

Hello. This is my first time posting. Regarding the mystery series Riordan writes: At 22, I am one of the adults the Tres Navarre series is written for. I am an avid fan of the mystery genre and was first introduced to Riordan through this series. However, I was not impressed with the writing style and actually quit reading the book about halfway through. At the same time, Riordan published his first attempt at a children's novel -- Percy Jackson -- and I gave it a go. As an educator, I strive to read the same literature as my students. It goes without saying (since I did join this fan group!) that I fell in love with Riordan's characters, story and new, simplified writing technique. That said, even if you WERE all adults, I do not any of you would *necessarily* enjoy the Tres Navarre series just because you enjoy what you've read of the author's work thus far. So perhaps it is best in this case to take the "wait and see" approach.

And Asmaa: The "weird and 'distasteful' stuff" in adult literature is there for a reason. To skip it removes the author's voice and oftentimes strips characters of their true traits. If you feel like you should or must skip over those parts, then you shouldn't be reading that literature at all. It is unfair for you and the book itself.

Brittni wrote: "Hello. This is my first time posting. Regarding the mystery series Riordan writes: At 22, I am one of the adults the Tres Navarre series is written for. I am an avid fan of the mystery genre and wa..."

Yeah you might be right but I think I'll still give it a try, if I don't like it, nO harm done, right? I could always quit reading.
And about skipping parts in a book, I really meant that I don't dwell on the parts I don't like and complain about the book if the rest of the book is good I like it overall. I still read those parts of course but I might not take into account all of them when I judge the book in my mind. And I read a lot of adult books, and even though they aren't written in the same style as children books, I still enjoy a lot of them.

Asmaa wrote: "well a lot of adult books have a bunch of weird and "distasteful" stuff, but i just skip over you know?"

It still makes me feel weird. I'd skip it, you know? But if you want to, you of course can do whatever you want. I'm just giving my opinion.

Brittni wrote: "Hello. This is my first time posting. Regarding the mystery series Riordan writes: At 22, I am one of the adults the Tres Navarre series is written for. I am an avid fan of the mystery genre and wa..."

Hey, Brittni. :) So you're saying you didn't like the Tres Nav. series? How does it differ from the PJ?

G2g, phone. :(

i dont think i'll read that series-- i've had enough of dean koontz's books, who knows what THIS male can dream up. ALthough i like RRiordan's books A LOT, adult reading is probably going to affect what i think of rR as a children's writer, so...no go.

Yeah, that last bit's why I'm not reading them.

Ellie wrote: "Brittni wrote: "Hello. This is my first time posting. Regarding the mystery series Riordan writes: At 22, I am one of the adults the Tres Navarre series is written for. I am an avid fan of the myst..."

Well, the series are so different it would almost be easier and quicker to discuss how the series are similar! I wasn't a fan of the Western setting, the dialogue, the predictability, and most importantly the main character. When I read, I need to identify with the characters, the theme, the story -- and nothing clicked for me. Of course, there are plenty of people who did like the series and it has won numerous awards for its genre, so now I'm wondering if perhaps I read it too early to appreciate its good qualities. In other words, did I read it at too young an age? I must have been 15 or 16 when I started reading "Big Red Tequila," the first in the bunch, and although I was more mature than most, my life experiences were limited. All I'm saying is, don't read the series just because you like Riordan. The author of Percy Jackson is not the same author of Tres Navarre. Hope that helps!

Thanks, Brittni! I might try them when I'm in my twenties.

Ellie wrote: "Thanks, Brittni! I might try them when I'm in my twenties."

Glad to be of help!

Ellie wrote: "Because....well...huh. There are a number of reasons. Being, once I read a more "adult" book and just found it really distasteful (it didn't, like, scar me for life XD); also, if I do read them and..."

Oh, when you get older, I think you'll get used to it.

Brittni wrote: "Ellie wrote: "Brittni wrote: "Hello. This is my first time posting. Regarding the mystery series Riordan writes: At 22, I am one of the adults the Tres Navarre series is written for. I am an avid f..."

Wait, what if we like reading overall? What if we can adapt our point of view on literature depending on which book we read so we can enjoy it? Would we be able to enjoy reading the Tres Navarre series? I want to know cause I usually change my mind set depending on the writing style an author uses so I can submerge myself into his/her story better.

Percyandthekanes wrote: "Brittni wrote: "Ellie wrote: "Brittni wrote: "Hello. This is my first time posting. Regarding the mystery series Riordan writes: At 22, I am one of the adults the Tres Navarre series is written for..."

I LOVE reading for the sake of reading. I love the escapism of it; I love learning from the text, connecting to the text; I am a bibliophile for sure. That's one of the main reasons I became a teacher. Throughout my education, I have come to believe that any book can be -- if not enjoyed -- at least tolerated. The author, the publisher and the editors all found something redeemable about the book or it would not have been published.

That said, I am sure there are some of you who would like the series, but there are also many of you who wouldn't and there are still many others who shouldn't read the text if you are unable to relate to the subject matter, characters and/or events.

Additionally, the initial posting just asks: Do you think the mystery series Riordan writes is any good? Simply put: I do not like it, let my opinion count for what it will.

I think those of you interested in the series should do some research of your own and make up your own mind on the matter. However, do listen to the informed opinions of those who might know better -- such as the author himself, your teachers and your parents.

Yeah, I take into account mostly everything other readers, young or old, tell me concerning books. Still, I've found that since I enjoy books of all sorts, others peoples' suggestions and opinions don't always matter, or have little truth in them that I wouldn't bother taking them into account.

I do agree that every book out there that's published was published for a reason. Of course, publishers and editors are also readers, which most likely means they have their own favorite genre and writing style. The fact that a book was published in the first place can't really be taken into account. Now, I'm not disagreeing with you; I'm just offering my thoughts on the subject. Plus, I'm awfully young . . . compared to you, at least. I wouldn't know.

Percyandthekanes wrote: "Yeah, I take into account mostly everything other readers, young or old, tell me concerning books. Still, I've found that since I enjoy books of all sorts, others peoples' suggestions and opinions ..."

Let me just say how GREAT I think it is that you, Percyandthekanes, and the rest of you in this fan group are active readers and discussers of literature! Regardless of our age and whether our opinions differ -- be it on the worth of publication or what books are worth reading -- we can learn a lot from one another. I wish all youth were as aware of their reading habits and the literary world as you are! Keep up the good work :)

Thanks! I owe it all to my grandfather for getting me into reading. I believe that if parents (or anyone old in enough in the family) teach their children the importance of reading books at a young age, it'll affect them in the long run; they'll enjoy reading as they age.

I mean, in the end it's up to the child, but family has always been the best teacher. There's school, and then there's the will to teach oneself, but those only go so far. The love of reading has to start at a young age, because it's hard to make a reader out of an adult.

How right you are -- and how nicely put too! Thank you for making me smile.

You're welcome! I'm glad I managed to make someone smile.

Percyandthekanes wrote: "Ellie wrote: "Because....well...huh. There are a number of reasons. Being, once I read a more "adult" book and just found it really distasteful (it didn't, like, scar me for life XD); also, if I do..."

I'm sure I will. I just want to wait until I AM older.

Brittni wrote: "Percyandthekanes wrote: "Brittni wrote: "Ellie wrote: "Brittni wrote: "Hello. This is my first time posting. Regarding the mystery series Riordan writes: At 22, I am one of the adults the Tres Nava..."

That's why I'm waiting. If I have to ask my parents about that sort of thing, I probably shouldn't. One of my friend's parents puts it this way: "When in doubt, don't."

Brittni wrote: "Percyandthekanes wrote: "Yeah, I take into account mostly everything other readers, young or old, tell me concerning books. Still, I've found that since I enjoy books of all sorts, others peoples' ..."

Thanks. I have my parents to thank for the reading thing. I could read when I was four and my parents tell me that I memorized Corduroy (that book about the stuffed bear) when I was about two and a half. Then there was this kid's book of fairy tales. I must have read that fifty times.

I wonder what I'd be like if my parents hadn't read to me?

Hm. That's something to contemplate.

yeah, my mother got us all reading, since...actually, i can't remember, but i grew up at first having her read to me, then reading by myself.

Great! :)

Ellie wrote: "I wonder what I'd be like if my parents hadn't read to me?"

Then you probably wouldn't have been such a reader then, huh? ;)

Asmaa wrote: "yeah, my mother got us all reading, since...actually, i can't remember, but i grew up at first having her read to me, then reading by myself."

That's how it usually starts . . . a love for books.

Percyandthekanes wrote: "Ellie wrote: "I wonder what I'd be like if my parents hadn't read to me?"

Then you probably wouldn't have been such a reader then, huh? ;)"

Probably not. That's a really scary thought, actually. *shivers*

Percyandthekanes wrote: "Asmaa wrote: "yeah, my mother got us all reading, since...actually, i can't remember, but i grew up at first having her read to me, then reading by myself."

That's how it usually starts . . . a lo..."

Plant the book loving. Add some good kids' stories, a dash of Percy Jackson, sprinkle some Classics fertilizer and you have a very healthy reading tree that might be cut down to be used for paper. :/ Sorry about the organic comparisons. ;)

Yeah, I was nodding about everything you were saying; I was agreeing. Then, I got to the part about cutting down paper, and I raised my eyebrows. I was like, "What?"

Percyandthekanes wrote: "Yeah, I was nodding about everything you were saying; I was agreeing. Then, I got to the part about cutting down paper, and I raised my eyebrows. I was like, "What?""

XD That was MEANT to be the part where they write stuff. I can only go so far with those before they collapse on me.

Percyandthekanes wrote: "Yeah, I was nodding about everything you were saying; I was agreeing. Then, I got to the part about cutting down paper, and I raised my eyebrows. I was like, "What?""

Yeah, exactly my reaction.

Except I was like: Whaaaat?!

Amreen wrote: "I don't think I am going to read them lol I like Percy Jackson."

so do i, but i'll still read them.

Ellie wrote: "Percyandthekanes wrote: "Yeah, I was nodding about everything you were saying; I was agreeing. Then, I got to the part about cutting down paper, and I raised my eyebrows. I was like, "What?""

XD T..."

I was laughing on that part, actually! Same thing happens to me.

Amreen wrote: "I don't think I am going to read them lol I like Percy Jackson."

I think we all love Percy.

*sighs*

I decided I won't read the Tres Nevarre series. It's a western. I HATE westerns!