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The Last Olympian

by Rick Riordan

4.3 out of 5, from 1,732 ratings from Hardcover readers

The fifth and final Percy Jackson book of the first series. The war between the Olympian gods and the Titans arrives in New York, and the young demigods must defend it while a prophecy hangs over Percy's sixteenth birthday.

Facts last checked 2026-10-16

First published
2009
Pace
Fast
Length
Medium
Pages
381
Format
Book 5 of 7 in Percy Jackson and the Olympians
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Read this if you've followed the series and want a big, action-heavy finale for the young heroes.

Skip this if you haven't read the four books before it, as it wraps up all their plots.

The feel

Content warnings

  • Violence
  • Death
  • War

Also reported by Hardcover readers:

  • Injury/Injury detail
  • Child death
  • Murder
  • Genocide
  • Animal cruelty
  • Blood
  • Suicide

Quick answers about The Last Olympian

What is The Last Olympian about?
The fifth and final Percy Jackson book of the first series. The war between the Olympian gods and the Titans arrives in New York, and the young demigods must defend it while a prophecy hangs over Percy's sixteenth birthday.
Who should read The Last Olympian?
Read it if you've followed the series and want a big, action-heavy finale for the young heroes. Skip it if you haven't read the four books before it, as it wraps up all their plots.
How long and how fast is The Last Olympian?
It is a fast-paced, medium read of about 381 pages, first published in 2009.
Does The Last Olympian have content warnings?
Content we flag: Violence, Death, War.
Can I borrow The Last Olympian for free?
Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends The Last Olympian; the borrow button above searches it for you.
What should I read after The Last Olympian?
Readers who liked it often move on to Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Mockingjay, The Return of the King.

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