Here are some examples:
* "The ground trembled, the air crackled with electricity, and a low, guttural growl echoed through the valley." (This description evokes the sounds of an approaching storm and a monstrous creature.)
* "He slammed the door shut, the sound like a gunshot." (This simile uses the familiar sound of a gunshot to emphasize the force of the door closing.)
* "The horses whinnied and stomped their hooves impatiently." (This sentence captures the sounds of horses being restless.)
* "The wind howled through the trees, and the rain beat down on the roof like a thousand drums." (This imagery uses the sounds of wind and rain to create a sense of urgency and danger.)
While Riordan might not be explicitly using onomatopoeia in the traditional sense, he effectively utilizes vivid language to paint an auditory picture for the reader, enhancing the immersive experience of the story.