Discuss vengeance. Which of the characters hold a grudge and are on a personal quest for vengeance. What are their reasons? How do these various vendettas affect the characters and the story?

Just as vengeance drives the antagonists of this story, so does hope drive the protagonists. How does hope keep Percy and his allies going? What are their hopes?

The gods, Titans, and many of the demigods are full of pride. How does this pride effect the gods and their relationships with each other and their children? What are the costs of this pride?

What is the main plot of this story? Are there any subplots and if so, then what will happen?

Discuss prophecy. How does prophecy drive this story and its characters?

Many of the conflicts in this story are a direct result of betrayal. In this story, who has been...