Bartimaeus Sequence – serie

The Ring of Solomon is a prequel to the New York Times bestselling Bartimaeus series by Jonathan Stroud, author of Lockwood & Co. - a global No.1 show on Netflix.**Note: There is a chance the book cover you receive may differ from the cover displayed here.**It is 950 BC, and King Solomon rules Jerusalem with a steely hand on which gleams a mystic ring of immense and unforgiving power.One of Solomon’s magical slaves, the irrepressible djinni Bartimaeus, is stuck doing dead-end jobs for the king. But when Asmira, a young Sheban assassin, arrives to kill Solomon, steal the ring and save her country from his attack, she makes Bartimaeus an offer he can’t refuse. If he helps her succeed, she will give him his freedom.What could possibly go wrong?Set in an alternate world controlled by magicians, this hilarious and electrifying bestseller will enthral readers of all ages.As funny as ever. Stroud has lost none of his dazzle – Financial TimesDeservedly shortlisted for the Costa Prize – Sunday Times

The first volume in the brilliant, bestselling Bartimaeus sequence, now adapted into a stunning graphic novel format - this is Bartimaeus as you've never seen him before!Nathaniel, a young magician's apprentice, has revenge on his mind. Desperate to defy his master and take on more challenging spells, he secretly summons the 5000-year-old djinni, Bartimaeus. But Bartimaeus's task is not an easy one - he must steal the powerful Amulet of Samarkand from Simon Lovelace, a master magician of unrivalled ruthlessness and ambition. Before long, Bartimaeus and Nathaniel are caught up in a terrifying flood of intrigue, rebellion and murder.Set in modern-day London controlled by magicians, this brilliant adaptation of Jonathan Stroud's bestselling novel will enthral readers of all ages.

Ptolemy’s Gate is the final title in the New York Times bestselling Bartimaeus series by Jonathan Stroud, author of Lockwood & Co. - a global No.1 show on Netflix.**Note: There is a chance the book cover you receive may differ from the cover displayed here.**Two thousand years have passed since the djinni Bartimaeus was at the height of his powers – invincible in battle and befriended by the great magician Ptolemy. Now, trapped on earth and treated with disdain by his master, Nathaniel, Bartimaeus finds his energies fading fast.Elsewhere, undercover in London, the fugitive Kitty Jones has been stealthily completing her research on magic and demons. She has a plan that she hopes will break the endless conflict between djinn and humans – but first she must uncover the secrets of Bartimaeus’s past.And time is running out. As a horrific conspiracy threatens everything, can Nathaniel, Kitty and Bartimaeus team up to save the world?Set in an alternate London controlled by magicians, this hilarious and electrifying bestseller will enthral readers of all ages. The triumphant conclusion to a fantastic trilogy – Daily MailShowstopping – Sunday Times

The Golem’s Eye is the second title in the New York Times bestselling Bartimaeus series by Jonathan Stroud.**Note: There is a chance the book cover you receive may differ from the cover displayed here.**Two years have passed since the events surrounding the Amulet of Samarkand, and the young magician Nathaniel is rising fast through the ranks of London’s elite magical government.But his career is suddenly threatened by a dangerous golem making random attacks on London, and Nathaniel is forced on a perilous quest to save his reputation and the city. When he finds his life in danger he has no choice but to call upon the troublesome 5,000 year old djinni, Bartimaeus, to do his magical bidding once more . . .Set in an alternate London controlled by magicians, this hilarious and electrifying series will enthral readers of all ages.Fresh, witty and wise, this novel is a worthy sequel to The Amulet of Samarkand – Times Educational SupplementReaders can rest easy: this sequel is no pale imitation of its predecessor. Fast paced, frightening and funny, and you don't want it to end – The Bookseller

The Ring of Solomon is a prequel to the New York Times bestselling Bartimaeus series by Jonathan Stroud, author of Lockwood & Co. - a global No.1 show on Netflix.**Note: There is a chance the book cover you receive may differ from the cover displayed here.**It is 950 BC, and King Solomon rules Jerusalem with a steely hand on which gleams a mystic ring of immense and unforgiving power.One of Solomon’s magical slaves, the irrepressible djinni Bartimaeus, is stuck doing dead-end jobs for the king. But when Asmira, a young Sheban assassin, arrives to kill Solomon, steal the ring and save her country from his attack, she makes Bartimaeus an offer he can’t refuse. If he helps her succeed, she will give him his freedom.What could possibly go wrong?Set in an alternate world controlled by magicians, this hilarious and electrifying bestseller will enthral readers of all ages.As funny as ever. Stroud has lost none of his dazzle – Financial TimesDeservedly shortlisted for the Costa Prize – Sunday Times

The Amulet of Samarkand is the first title in the New York Times bestselling Bartimaeus series by Jonathan Stroud, author of Lockwood & Co. - a global No.1 show on Netflix.**Note: There is a chance the book cover you receive may differ from the cover displayed here.**When a young magician’s apprentice secretly summons an irascible 5,000 year old djinni to do his bidding, neither are prepared for the peril that ensues.Nathaniel is plotting the downfall of his nemesis – a ruthless magician by the name of Simon Lovelace – and tasks Bartimaeus to steal the powerful Amulet of Samarkand from him, in order to exact his revenge.But before long, Nathaniel and Bartimaeus are caught up in a terrifying adventure much bigger than either of them anticipated, involving intrigue, rebellion and murder…Set in an alternate London controlled by magicians, this hilarious and electrifying series will enthral readers of all ages.Drama, humour and hypnotically engaging storytelling – IndependentA thrilling tale of magic and adventure with deliciously pointed comedy – The Times

The Golem’s Eye is the second title in the New York Times bestselling Bartimaeus series by Jonathan Stroud.**Note: There is a chance the book cover you receive may differ from the cover displayed here.**Two years have passed since the events surrounding the Amulet of Samarkand, and the young magician Nathaniel is rising fast through the ranks of London’s elite magical government.But his career is suddenly threatened by a dangerous golem making random attacks on London, and Nathaniel is forced on a perilous quest to save his reputation and the city. When he finds his life in danger he has no choice but to call upon the troublesome 5,000 year old djinni, Bartimaeus, to do his magical bidding once more . . .Set in an alternate London controlled by magicians, this hilarious and electrifying series will enthral readers of all ages.Fresh, witty and wise, this novel is a worthy sequel to The Amulet of Samarkand – Times Educational SupplementReaders can rest easy: this sequel is no pale imitation of its predecessor. Fast paced, frightening and funny, and you don't want it to end – The Bookseller

Ptolemy’s Gate is the final title in the New York Times bestselling Bartimaeus series by Jonathan Stroud, author of Lockwood & Co. - a global No.1 show on Netflix.**Note: There is a chance the book cover you receive may differ from the cover displayed here.**Two thousand years have passed since the djinni Bartimaeus was at the height of his powers – invincible in battle and befriended by the great magician Ptolemy. Now, trapped on earth and treated with disdain by his master, Nathaniel, Bartimaeus finds his energies fading fast.Elsewhere, undercover in London, the fugitive Kitty Jones has been stealthily completing her research on magic and demons. She has a plan that she hopes will break the endless conflict between djinn and humans – but first she must uncover the secrets of Bartimaeus’s past.And time is running out. As a horrific conspiracy threatens everything, can Nathaniel, Kitty and Bartimaeus team up to save the world?Set in an alternate London controlled by magicians, this hilarious and electrifying bestseller will enthral readers of all ages. The triumphant conclusion to a fantastic trilogy – Daily MailShowstopping – Sunday Times

The first volume in the brilliant, bestselling Bartimaeus sequence, now adapted into a stunning graphic novel format - this is Bartimaeus as you've never seen him before!Nathaniel, a young magician's apprentice, has revenge on his mind. Desperate to defy his master and take on more challenging spells, he secretly summons the 5000-year-old djinni, Bartimaeus. But Bartimaeus's task is not an easy one - he must steal the powerful Amulet of Samarkand from Simon Lovelace, a master magician of unrivalled ruthlessness and ambition. Before long, Bartimaeus and Nathaniel are caught up in a terrifying flood of intrigue, rebellion and murder.Set in modern-day London controlled by magicians, this brilliant adaptation of Jonathan Stroud's bestselling novel will enthral readers of all ages.