The Lost Hero

This story is told in three voices - Piper, Jason and Leo - with Rick Riodan's characteristic blend of teenagers coming-of-age in the modern world, blended with Greek mythology.  Each demigod has a unique character, but they team up with a common goal to save to goddess Hera.  Each of them also has a secret which might bring down the whole team.  And if you're looking for a story with a giant mechanical dragon, then you've come to the right place.

This is the first book of The Heroes of Olympus series, but it stands alone as one of Rick Riordan's best.  And although Percy Jackson is missing right now, they may find him in Book two.

Paperback edition.

For ages 10 and up.