Bartimaeus Sequence by Jonathan Stroud 4 Books Collection Set - 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: 9780552577625
Publisher: Corgi Children's
Age Range: Ages 9-14 (Grades 4-9)

Overview
This four-book paperback collection brings together Jonathan Stroud's acclaimed Bartimaeus Sequence, following the sardonic, 5,000-year-old djinni Bartimaeus and the ambitious young magician Nathaniel through a richly imagined alternate London ruled by magic. Spanning The Amulet of Samarkand, The Golem's Eye, Ptolemy's Gate, and the prequel The Ring of Solomon, the set delivers sharp wit, political intrigue, and inventive world-building. It's an excellent choice for middle-grade and teen readers who enjoy fast-paced fantasy adventure, morally complex characters, and a story with real staying power for a classroom library or shelf at home.

About the Books
The Bartimaeus Sequence reimagines London as a city governed by magicians who summon spirits to do their bidding, and no spirit is sharper-tongued than Bartimaeus himself. The Amulet of Samarkand opens the story as young Nathaniel binds the ancient djinni to steal a powerful artifact, setting off a chain of political maneuvering and magical danger. The Golem's Eye widens the scope, pitting magicians and commoners against a rampaging stone monster while resistance movements stir beneath the surface of the city. Ptolemy's Gate brings the original trilogy to a close, deepening the bond and tension between djinni and master as rebellion and betrayal reach a boiling point. The Ring of Solomon serves as a prequel, transporting Bartimaeus back nearly three thousand years to the court of King Solomon, where he tangles with a fierce girl assassin and the fabled ring that commands untold magical power. Across all four books, Stroud balances biting humor with genuine stakes, using Bartimaeus's footnote-laden narration to comment wryly on power, servitude, and the costs of ambition. The result is a series that rewards readers with clever plotting, memorable set pieces, and one of fantasy fiction's most entertaining narrators. Collected together, these four paperbacks make it easy to experience the whole arc of the sequence in reading order, from Nathaniel's earliest days as an apprentice through Bartimaeus's ancient history in Jerusalem.

Key Benefits

• Complete four-book paperback collection in one convenient set
• Follows the full Bartimaeus Sequence, including prequel The Ring of Solomon
• Witty, footnote-driven narration from one of fantasy's most memorable characters
• Ideal for tweens and teens who enjoy fast-paced fantasy and political intrigue
• Great gift for birthdays, holidays, or back-to-school reading
• Perfect addition to a home library, classroom shelf, or summer reading list

Book-by-Book Guide
The Amulet of Samarkand — A young magician's apprentice binds the ancient djinni Bartimaeus to steal a powerful amulet, launching a dangerous political plot.
The Golem's Eye — Rival factions and a rampaging stone golem push Bartimaeus and Nathaniel into an escalating citywide crisis.
Ptolemy's Gate — The original trilogy concludes as loyalties fracture and rebellion threatens to topple the magical government.
The Ring of Solomon — A prequel set nearly three thousand years earlier, sending Bartimaeus to the court of King Solomon and a scheme involving a legendary ring.

About the Author
Jonathan Stroud is a British author best known for the Bartimaeus Sequence and the Lockwood & Co. series. He began writing as a child and went on to work in publishing before becoming a full-time novelist, drawing on his love of history, mythology, and dry humor to craft the world of Bartimaeus. His books blend fast-paced adventure with sharp wit and inventive world-building, earning him a devoted readership among middle-grade and teen fantasy fans. Stroud continues to write fiction for young readers, known for memorable narrators and richly detailed fantastical settings.

Why You'll Love This Set
With sly humor, inventive magic, and a narrator readers won't forget, this four-book set is a satisfying way to enjoy the entire Bartimaeus Sequence in order. It makes a fantastic gift for birthdays, the holiday season, or a stocking stuffer for young fantasy fans, and a smart pick for summer reading or a classroom library.

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