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The Ring of Solomon
Series: The Bartimaeus Sequence
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Format: Paperback / softback
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Ideal for young adult readers who enjoy fantasy filled with magic, humour, and clever characters. Fans of witty, imaginative storytelling and those who appreciate series steeped in magical history will find this book captivating.
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Fans of the Bartimaeus sequence 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.
A spellbinding addition to the internationally acclaimed, bestselling BARTIMAEUS sequence.
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Now in a spellbinding new cover look, 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.
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 Times
Deservedly shortlisted for the Costa Prize - Sunday Times
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Praised as "wonderfully written and brilliantly plotted," The Ring of Solomon showcases Jonathan Stroud's signature wit and charm. The Financial Times notes the book retains all of Stroud's "dazzle" with a voice that is as funny as ever alongside moments of eerie beauty. Reviewers highlight Bartimaeus as a brilliantly crafted character, delivering comedy and sarcasm that enrich the story, making it an entertaining and satisfying read.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780552562942
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 04 August 2011
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Corgi Childrens
Audience: Teenage
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 26.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 197.0mm
Weight: 310g
Pages: 448
About the Author
Jonathan Stroud was born in Bedford in 1970. After studying English Literature at York University, he moved to London, where he worked as an editor at a publishing firm. He is the author of the best-selling Bartimaeus series; the much-beloved Lockwood & Co. series (now a major Netflix series) as well as The Notorious Scarlett & Browne; Heroes of the Valley; The Last Seige; The Leap and Buried Fire. He lives in Hertfordshire with his family. He has yet to see a ghost, but is keeping his eyes open.
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