BOOK COUPLES COUNTDOWN | Day 5: Annabeth & Percy
For Day 5 of Book Couples Countdown, I’ll be gushing about Seaweed Brain and Wise Girl! I actually didn’t read these books until I was in college, and I ADORED them. Although I love a few of the couples from Riordan’s world (Leo and Calypso are another of my fav pairs), Percy and Annabeth got me from the very beginning!
Art by Viria.
Their loyalty to each other, at a young age, is one of the things I love about “Percabeth.” I don’t want to spoil much, just in case, but there are two particular scenes I can never get over. One at the end of The Last Olympian, and one at the end of The Mark of Athena. Also all of The House of Hades. If you’ve read them, you’ll know exactly which ones I’m referring to! I love these moments for a variety of reasons, but they all demonstrate Percy and Annabeth’s undying (literally) dedication to each other.
Their story spans multiple series, and even still we’re getting little tidbits through the newest books! And I’m so glad, because this is one of those book couples I just can’t get enough of!
Art by burdge.
In regard to personality, I think they complement each other beautifully, and I found their growth, both as individuals and as a pair, fun to read. Every time one of them is flagging, the other knows what to say and do to get them back in the game. And when you’re fighting mythological monsters, this is crucial!
I also like that they are friends for a while before they become romantically involved. It’s the perfect way to handle a romance that evolves over the course of two middle grade series.
Art by Viria.
Percy and Annabeth think the world of each other, but can still joke around. Each would die for the other, but is still their own person, too. I adore this pair because they are endearing and made for a fangirl like myself, but also because they are a wonderful example of a romantic relationship and that’s especially important in a book that is marketed towards people who are just learning how to navigate that part of their lives.
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What is your favorite couple from Rick Riordan’s books?
