Find quotes from this novel, with commentary from Shmoop. Pick a theme below to begin.
Identity Quotes
Being a half-blood is dangerous. It's scary. Most of the time, it gets you killed in painful, nasty ways. (1.3)
Versions of Reality Quotes
If you're a normal kid, reading this because you think it's fiction, great. Read on. I envy you for being able to believe that none of this ever happened. (1.4)
Isolation Quotes
"No, no," Mr. Bruner said. "Oh, confound it all. What I'm trying to say … you're not normal, Percy. That's nothing to be—" (2.67)
Love Quotes
When she looks at me, it's like she's seeing all the good things about me, none of the bad. I've never heard her raise her voice or say an unkind word to anyone, not even me or Gabe. (3.36)
Family Quotes
If you're reading this because you think you might be [a half-blood], my advice is: close this book right now. Believe whatever lie your mom or dad told you about your birth, and try to lead a norm...
Traditions and Customs Quotes
"But if you recognize yourself in these pages—if you feel something stirring inside—stop reading immediately. You might be one of us. And once you know that, it's only a matter of time...
Language and Communication Quotes
"I'm not usually an eavesdropper, but I dare you to try not listening if you hear your best friend talking about you to an adult." (2.26)
Lies and Deceit Quotes
"Ah, that would be my pen. Please bring your own writing utensil in the future, Mr. Jackson." (1.162)
Violence Quotes
The look in her eyes was beyond mad. It was evil. (1.120)
Memory Quotes
I asked Grover where Mrs. Dobbs was. He said, "Who?" But he paused first, and he wouldn't look at me, so I thought he was messing with me. (1.155-157)