The Battle of the Labyrinth: Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 4

Written by Rick Riordan

Narrated by Jesse Bernstein

Percy Jackson isn’t expecting freshman orientation to be any fun. But when a mysterious mortal acquaintance appears on campus, followed by demon cheerleaders, things quickly move from bad to worse.

In this latest installment of the blockbuster series, time is running out as war between the Olympians and the evil Titan lord Kronos draws near. Even the safe haven of Camp Half-Blood grows more vulnerable by the minute as Kronos’s army prepares to invade its once impenetrable borders. To stop the invasion, Percy and his demigod friends must set out on a quest through the Labyrinth–a sprawling underground world with stunning surprises at every turn. Full of humor and heart-pounding action, this latest audiobook promises to be their most thrilling adventure yet.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Penguin Random House Audio Publishing Group
• Release date: May 6, 2008
• ISBN: 9780739364758

Rick Riordan

Rick Riordan (San Antonio, Estats Units, 1964) és, sens dubte, un dels autors de literatura juvenil més respectats. Professor d'institut, el fulgurant èxit de la sèrie «Percy Jackson i els déus de l'Olimp» va fer que pogués dedicar-se exclusivament a l'escriptura.

Reviews for The Battle of the Labyrinth

[Alexa O. · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

?PLOT DETAILS?
Everything started off well with this book, but honestly, I don't know if it was my adult life or what, but it took me yeeeears to finish it, and I was about to experience a reading block.
I really liked the idea of the labyrinth; it was quite interesting, but I definitely would have liked to see more, especially more threats...
Here I realized that maybe I like Rachel a little better than Annabeth; it honestly frustrates me that Anna keeps so much to herself, doesn't trust, and still has feelings for Luke when clearly that guy is long gone. I understand they were together for many years and he was her savior, blah blah blah, but come on... it was super obvious that Quintus was a traitor. I mean, it was super ultra mega obvious; in the end, I liked his redemption arc, he's going to suffer a lot, poor guy, but at least he accepted his fate.
I honestly expected the whole Pan god part to be more epic since we had been waiting to find him for about three books, but it wasn't like that.
I was enjoying the final battle, but as always, the power of the script did its job, and almost everyone came out unscathed; there were a few minor deaths, but as I mentioned before, you never feel our protagonists' lives are in danger.
Let's hope the last one finally brings that fear since Cronos is in Luke's body, and that's mega twisted; I hope Annabeth finally understands that her friend is lost forever.
Seriously, after the kiss between Annabeth and Percy, and she's still confused, or at least she dares to lock herself away from Rachel, aggghhhh that really frustrated me.

I give it 3 ⭐ (Translated from Spanish)

[Rachbooks · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Review:
Percy once again gets into trouble at his new school, where he reunites with the mortal Rachel Dare, who shows us that she can see through the mist. This girl helps Percy escape and return to camp with Annabeth. At camp, Percy encounters more problems, such as Grover having a deadline to find the God Pan, a new half-blood who seems too suspicious, especially since Grover's girlfriend said she saw him enter and exit the labyrinth, and some messages showing Nico trying to recover his sister. Annabeth, Grover, Tyson, and Percy must enter the labyrinth to find its creator, Daedalus, and ask for his help so that Luke and Cronos' army cannot enter the half-blood camp. The path through the labyrinth becomes increasingly difficult, so they ask mortal Rachel for help and receive support from Nico; despite this, they face many monsters. Percy is gravely injured on a distant island, the death of the God Pan, the possible death of Luke, and the rise of Cronos.
Personal Opinion:
There is a lot of tension in this book, tension in many ways.
The book played a lot with my emotions, I couldn't believe what I was reading.
The relationship between Percy and Annabeth becomes increasingly tense, and new feelings flow.
I live and die for that ship, for all the scenes where they show jealousy or affection for each other.
There were also scenes that broke my heart, like the death of Pan or the story of the island where Percy gets lost; I'm willing to stay on that island, I don't care.

The battle scene was undoubtedly one of the best; I was so immersed in the story and everything happening around the characters. And Poseidon's appearance at Percy's birthday was also among the best. The 5th book will undoubtedly bring epic scenes and confrontations that will captivate us. (Translated from Spanish)

[Milagros02 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Each book in this saga surpasses the previous one. I said that The Titan's Curse was my favorite, but this one definitely exceeded my expectations.

Certainly, Percy has no moment of normalcy in his life; however, he is always ready to face his reality, along with his friends Annabeth and Grover.

Cronos and Luke continue to be a potential threat to Camp Half-Blood and Olympus, planning to introduce the Lord of Time's army into the Labyrinth of Daedalus and guide them with Ariadne's red thread for navigation and precise attacks. Percy and his friends must prevent this at all costs by embarking on the mission to enter the labyrinth and convince Daedalus not to support their enemies.

While all this unfolds, a crucial character is added to successfully complete the mission, and their involvement leads Annabeth to make her feelings toward the protagonist more visible, revealing a side of her that she had never shown in previous books. Undoubtedly, this time her character moved me a lot because, due to Luke's betrayal, she also appears much more vulnerable.

Personally, Rick Riordan has completely immersed me in this saga. I love the simplicity with which he narrates the story and how he blends modernity with Greek mythology. I couldn't put the book down until I finished it, and that's fantastic in the literary world. (Translated from Spanish)

[Sebastin1234 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Penultimate book of a great saga (Translated from Spanish)

[MarieSallow · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I think this has been my favorite Percy Jackson book so far. I have become very fond of the characters, their stories, and their adventures. I am eagerly looking forward to reading the book that concludes this saga. (Translated from Spanish)

[Fernanda1610 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I liked it a lot, very entertaining and incredible battles. (Translated from Spanish)

[Violet2300 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I hardly ever write a review, but this occasion is special, especially since it was about time Percy got one. What can I say? I think what I’ve loved the most about this grand saga so far is the evolution of the characters, especially the protagonist. I am fascinated by Percy’s growth because when you read from the first to the fourth book, you can see that Percy has grown in every way, not just him but everyone. I love how the story unfolds, how it resolves, the very special messages the book conveys. This world of Percy Jackson feels like a hug from life. (Translated from Spanish)

[Willyssj3 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is already the fourth in the series and I'm still in love with it. I really enjoy seeing how Percy grows with each book I read. In this book, something happened that I was expecting, and I'm still enchanted by how Percy adds a humorous touch to everything. (Translated from Spanish)

[Bre0498 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved it from beginning to end, I can't wait to read the last book. (Translated from Spanish)

[nxtalia · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

It has been amazing, the Percy Jackson saga is becoming deeper as the books go on. I can't wait to read the fifth one (Quintus ;)). (Translated from Spanish)

[Becabooks · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I consider this my favorite so far in the saga.

It has been a book in which I really liked the way it was handled; with the previous ones, I felt the same thing over and over again, that it didn't progress much.

In this one, the foundations for the last book are really being laid, and I am genuinely excited to think about what’s to come.

P.S.: The ending filled my heart. (Translated from Spanish)

[Willyrex · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The saga continues with plenty of action and filled with entertaining events, a read that captivates you, a good sequel that paves the way for the conclusion of the work. (Translated from Spanish)

[CarlaDahiana · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Everything seems to get more complicated in the fourth installment of Percy Jackson, there's so much to process and understand! I loved it and enjoyed it just as much as the previous three installments. Follow the saga, you won't regret it. (Translated from Spanish)

[Kooky12 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I love love and love, I need to read the 5 ? (Translated from Spanish)

[gracebooks · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

He is the best of the Percy Jackson saga. (Translated from Spanish)

[KeillyP · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It's a book where the adventures are already more intense; everyone knows what's coming and they are preparing for the end. I can't find the words to describe how much I'm enjoying this saga; the development, the plot, and the characters keep growing on me. I have a small problem with a certain new character who just doesn't fit for me yet. Don't get me wrong, he is interesting; I just haven't managed to find the affection he deserves. (Translated from Spanish)

[plumaderaton · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is my favorite Percy book so far ? THE END IS EVERYTHING (Translated from Spanish)

[MiluCM · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

We continue in the same vein, with Percy's funny sarcasm and his bad luck of encountering the worst monsters to give us amazing battles. The book makes you feel how close we are to the culmination of the oracle's prophecy, making you not want to put it down until you finish it. (Translated from Spanish)

[Silvanawh · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

"The Battle of the LABYRINTH" JSJKSA, I got so dizzy with this book XD.
So much to process... and I was already warned that I have to get used to Rick's writing style, I'm crying xd.
The middle of the book felt tedious to me, but I really liked the beginning and the end. (Translated from Spanish)

[mi · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Another resounding success from Uncle Rick. I think what distinguishes The Battle of the Labyrinth from the other books in the series is the great use of references from Greek mythology. They're present in all the books, but it was so centered on the myth of the labyrinth, with Daedalus and Midas, that you felt very much inside that story and wanted to know more. At all times I was PLEASE FIND NICO and GET OUT OF THE DAMN LABYRINTH. Because, even though the scenes in it were very epic, I felt they were about to die like always. I loved the whole mess with the god Pan, and here we can see the true potential of Percy's powers. He gave it his all. Rachel Elizabeth Dare is a character who, although I like her, I want as far away from Percy as possible lol. AND FINALLY WE HAD A PERCABETH MOMENT LADIES AND GENTLEMEN. Oh, and the issue of Calypso made me super sad. Well, I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. (Translated from Spanish)

[mikaberme · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

My first 5-star read of the year
I LOVED the ending (Translated from Spanish)

[Cris ¿Qué libro leo? · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

The adventures continue, this fourth installment is full of action, adventure, and mythology that this time transports us to one of the most iconic legends of all time. The story has an amazing setting, complex characters who grow with each book, and touches of humor. (Translated from Spanish)

[leslyaguilar · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I think it's the first time I've cried (from joy, nostalgia, and sadness) with a Percy Jackson book. The last chapters were crazy, and my heart belongs —by far— to Nico di Angelo. ♡ (Translated from Spanish)

[delcManuela22 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Percabeth☄️ (Translated from Spanish)

[kenzieO · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

I know there will be others that I will like more. Well, it's not bad, but it's not my favorite either. (Translated from Spanish)

[Zcky1226 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

At this pace, I expect the ending to be really good. In this book, there were moments when I didn’t know if things would turn out badly or well, and I think I have a really strange crush on Percy’s dad… Anyway, I’m grateful that none of the main characters died, but especially that Tyson is still here :3 he’s like a giant, adorable baby. Oh man, and let’s not even talk about the tension between Percy and Annabeth, haha, I found it really funny how jealous that girl got, especially with Jackson’s mortal friend. The last book looks like it’s going to be amazing after such a spectacular ending. (Translated from Spanish)

[thequickboy · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It remains just as good, maintaining the story and with a quite entertaining ending. (Translated from Spanish)

[NanaHerrera · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Contains spoilers from the book

I just finished it and I’m definitely impressed with how much the book and the world have evolved. Pan's death shattered me, apart from Grover's fate. I'm saying I'm a #Pernabeth or #Anacy shipper, or I don't know, but #PercyYAnabeth. I really like Rachel Elizabeth Dare and her way of seeking adventures with Percy. When Percy was with Calypso, it was beautiful, and we saw a deeper side of Percy as a man, where he admired the beautiful things about her and how he was falling in love with her. (Translated from Spanish)

[miguelramirxz · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is definitely my favorite book of the pentology and will be for all eternity. I loved it, I love it with all my heart. I love Rachel, I love Nico, I love each one of the characters in this book, especially the one that introduced them and helped us get to know them better in the best way. I would read it again a thousand times and more. (Translated from Spanish)

[MaribelGarcía · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

It's excellent, each book gets better and that keeps me totally hooked on the saga. Each book is more exciting and it increasingly makes you wonder how the saga will end. I continue to be impressed by the ability to describe and introduce Greek mythology into the present day. And I'm deeply loving Nico Di Angelo; he is my favorite character after Annabeth. (Translated from Spanish)