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The Sea of Monsters
Middle grade fantasy adventure
The Sea of Monsters
Book 2 of the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series
336 pages · First published 2006
Camp Half-Blood's magical borders begin failing after Thalia's protective pine tree is poisoned, leaving the demigods exposed to attack. Percy also dreams that his satyr friend Grover is captive, and both problems point toward the Golden Fleece hidden in the Sea of Monsters. Accompanied by Annabeth and his newly discovered Cyclops half brother Tyson, Percy undertakes an unauthorized voyage through mythic hazards in modern waters. Brisk and humorous, this sequel suits readers who enjoy sea quests, monsters, surprising family ties, rescue missions, and adventures that test whether loyalty can overcome embarrassment and prejudice.
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Child peril and fantasy combat · Monsters and transformations · Bullying · Family secrets
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Tidal Marble Fizz
A swirling blue fizz captures sea magic, storms, and the strange currents carrying Percy toward the Fleece.
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- Fill a glass with ice. Add coconut water and lime juice, top with soda water, stir gently, and add a tiny pinch of salt.
- Garnish: Lime wheel.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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Island Rum Punch
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
A bright island rum punch belongs on a monster-filled voyage through dangerous mythic waters.
What you'll need
- 2 oz dark rum
- 2 oz pineapple juice ↗
- 1 oz orange juice ↗
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice ↗
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters
- Ice
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How to mix it
- Shake all ingredients with ice and strain over fresh ice in a tall glass.
- Garnish: Orange wheel or pineapple wedge.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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