Annabeth is terrified. Just when sheÕs about to be reunited with PercyÑafter six months of being apart, thanks to HeraÑit looks like Camp Jupiter is preparing for war. As Annabeth and her friends Jason, Piper, and Leo fly in on the Argo II, she canÕt blame the Roman demigods for thinking the ship is a Greek weapon. With its steaming bronze dragon figurehead, LeoÕs fantastical creation doesnÕt appear friendly. Annabeth hopes that the sight of their praetor Jason on deck will reassure the Romans that the visitors from Camp Half-Blood are coming in peace.

And thatÕs only one of her worries. In her pocket, Annabeth carries a gift from her mother that came with an unnerving command: Follow the Mark of Athena. Avenge me. Annabeth already feels weighed down by the prophecy that will send seven demigods on a quest to findÑand closeÑthe Doors of Death. What more does Athena want from her?

AnnabethÕs biggest fear, though, is that Percy might have changed. What if heÕs now attached to Roman ways? Does he still need his old friends? As the daughter of the goddess of war and wisdom, Annabeth knows she was born to be a leaderÑbut never again does she want to be without Seaweed Brain by her side.