At the conclusion of The Mark of Athena, Annabeth and Percy tumble into a pit leading straight to the Underworld. The other five demigods have to put aside their grief and follow Percy’s instructions to find the mortal side of the Doors of Death. If they can fight their way through the Gaea’s forces, and Percy and Annabeth can survive the House of Hades, then the Seven will be able to seal the Doors both sides and prevent the giants from raising Gaea. But, Leo wonders, if the Doors are sealed, how will Percy and Annabeth be able to escape? From rick's page They have no choice. If the demigods don’t succeed, Gaea’s armies will never die. They have no time. In about a month, the Romans will march on Camp Half-Blood. The stakes are higher than ever in this adventure that dives into the depths of Tartarus

This book is an OK book that is about a girl that is really excited to be turning 12, but doesn't realize that with age comes responsibilities. Her parents promise her many things such as piercing her ears, going to the mall with her friends, baby sitting, sitting in the front passenger seat, and even a new cellphone. Rory Swenson is excited to be 12, to her, her life is officially about to start.