{"title":"Bartimaeus Sequence","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"bartimaeus-sequence-4-books-collection-set-jonathan-stroud-young-adult-paperback","title":"Bartimaeus Sequence 4 Books Collection Set by Jonathan Stroud - Young Adult - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Amulet of Samarkand\u003cbr\u003eThe Golem's Eye\u003cbr\u003ePtolemy's Gate\u003cbr\u003eThe Ring of Solomon\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9789526533377\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Corgi\u003cbr\u003eAge Range: Ages 10-14 (Grades 5-9)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStep into an alternate London ruled by rival magicians in the Bartimaeus Sequence 4 Books Collection Set by Jonathan Stroud. This paperback bundle gathers The Amulet of Samarkand, The Golem's Eye, Ptolemy's Gate, and The Ring of Solomon, following apprentice magician Nathaniel and Bartimaeus, a sharp-tongued five-thousand-year-old djinni, through a city where magic is currency and every bargain has a price. Written for readers ages 10-14 (Grades 5-9), the series blends political intrigue, dry humor, and fast-paced fantasy adventure. A rewarding, complete-in-one set for fans of Harry Potter looking for their next obsession.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Bartimaeus Sequence unfolds in an alternate London where magicians hold every lever of power. At its heart is Nathaniel, an ambitious apprentice magician, and Bartimaeus, the cynical, shape-shifting djinni he summons and binds to his will. Their prickly, often funny partnership drives the first three books, The Amulet of Samarkand, The Golem's Eye, and Ptolemy's Gate, as Nathaniel climbs the ranks of a corrupt magocratic government. Much of the story is filtered through Bartimaeus's acid-witted, footnoted narration, giving the fantasy real bite and comic timing. The fourth title, The Ring of Solomon, steps back to ancient Jerusalem for a prequel adventure with a new heroine, Asmira, and a much younger Bartimaeus. Themes of loyalty, freedom, and the cost of power recur throughout, giving this brisk series more depth than its pacing first suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete four-book paperback set of Jonathan Stroud's acclaimed Bartimaeus Sequence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWitty, morally complex fantasy for readers who loved Harry Potter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes prequel The Ring of Solomon alongside the original trilogy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for ages 10-14 (Grades 5-9) and classroom libraries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect gift for birthdays, holidays, or back-to-school reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new paperback books, ready to read or gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Amulet of Samarkand — Nathaniel summons the djinni Bartimaeus to steal a powerful amulet, launching a chain of political intrigue and betrayal.\u003cbr\u003eThe Golem's Eye — A rampaging golem and rising unrest force Nathaniel and Bartimaeus into an investigation that exposes deeper corruption in London's magical government.\u003cbr\u003ePtolemy's Gate — Old secrets about Bartimaeus's past surface as Nathaniel's ambition and the empire's cracks push their partnership toward a breaking point.\u003cbr\u003eThe Ring of Solomon — This prequel travels to ancient Jerusalem, pairing a younger Bartimaeus with the resourceful guard Asmira in King Solomon's court.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJonathan Stroud is a British author best known for the Bartimaeus Sequence, an award-winning series published in 36 languages worldwide, and for Lockwood \u0026amp; Co, a series currently being adapted for television by Netflix. Stroud wrote his first novel, Buried Fire, while working as an editor at Walker Books, and went on to build a career blending fast-paced fantasy adventure with dry, literary wit. His books are widely praised for their inventive magic systems, memorable narrative voices, and morally layered storytelling, making him a favorite among young readers and fantasy fans of all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSharp humor, high stakes, and a genuinely original magic system make this a standout gift for tween and teen readers. Perfect as a birthday present, holiday stocking stuffer, or summer reading pick for any young reader hunting their next favorite fantasy series after Harry Potter.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jonathan Stroud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57172281885046,"sku":"MAN-LOWPLEX-PR-U02-9526533372","price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/bartimaeus-sequence-jonathan-stroud-paperback.jpg?v=1785434197"}],"url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/collections\/bartimaeus-sequence.oembed","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}