Bartimaeus Sequence 4 Books Collection Set by Jonathan Stroud - Young Adult - Paperback

Titles in This Set
The Amulet of Samarkand
The Golem's Eye
Ptolemy's Gate
The Ring of Solomon

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789526533377
Publisher: Corgi
Age Range: Ages 10-14 (Grades 5-9)

Overview
Step 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.

About the Books
The 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.

Key Benefits

• Complete four-book paperback set of Jonathan Stroud's acclaimed Bartimaeus Sequence
• Witty, morally complex fantasy for readers who loved Harry Potter
• Includes prequel The Ring of Solomon alongside the original trilogy
• Great for ages 10-14 (Grades 5-9) and classroom libraries
• Perfect gift for birthdays, holidays, or back-to-school reading
• Brand new paperback books, ready to read or gift

Book-by-Book Guide
The Amulet of Samarkand — Nathaniel summons the djinni Bartimaeus to steal a powerful amulet, launching a chain of political intrigue and betrayal.
The 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.
Ptolemy'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.
The Ring of Solomon — This prequel travels to ancient Jerusalem, pairing a younger Bartimaeus with the resourceful guard Asmira in King Solomon's court.

About the Author
Jonathan Stroud is a British author best known for the Bartimaeus Sequence, an award-winning series published in 36 languages worldwide, and for Lockwood & 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.

Why You'll Love This Set
Sharp 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.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.