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Bartimäus

This series follows the adventures of a witty and sarcastic djinni named Bartimaeus, who is summoned by various magicians in a world where magic is real. The narrative is rich with humor and clever commentary on society, politics, and the nature of power. Each book presents a new story that explores the relationship between the djinni and his human masters. Readers will enjoy the blend of fantasy, humor, and thought-provoking themes.

The Ring of Solomon
Ptolemy's Gate
The Golem's Eye
The Amulet of Samarkand

Recommended Reading Order

  1. The Amulet of Samarkand

    • 491 pages
    • 18 hours of reading

    : When the 5,000-year-old djinni Bartimaeus is summoned by Nathaniel, a young magician's apprentice, he expects to have to do nothing more taxing than a little levitation or a few simple illusions. But Nathaniel is a precocious talent and has something ra

    The Amulet of Samarkand1
    4.1
  2. Two years have passed since the events of The Amulet of Samarkand and the young magician Nathaniel is rising fast through the government ranks. But his career is suddenly threatened by a series of terrifying crises. A dangerous golem makes random attacks on London and other raids, even more threatening, are perpetrated by the Resistance. Nathaniel and Bartimaeus travel to Prague, enemy city of ancient magic, but while they are there uproar breaks out at home and Nathaniel returns to find his reputation in tatters. Can he rescue it from his Machiavellian adversaries in the government bent on his destruction? A thrilling sequel in which the relationship between the young magician and the djinni remains as teasing and complex as ever.

    The Golem's Eye2
    4.1
  3. Ptolemy's Gate

    • 528 pages
    • 19 hours of reading

    Three years on from the events in The Golem's Eye, the magicians' rule in London is teetering on a knife-edge, with strikes, riots and general unrest. The Prime Minister is largely controlled by two advisors, one of whom is 17-year-old Nathaniel. Meanwhil

    Ptolemy's Gate3
    4.3
  4. The Ring of Solomon

    • 404 pages
    • 15 hours of reading

    Fans of Jonathan Stroud's Bartimaeus books will devour this book - a cracking adventure brimming with magic, intrigue and a treasure trove of characters that the reader can't help but fall for.

    The Ring of Solomon4
    4.2