Ptolemy's Gate - (Bartimaeus Sequence) by Jonathan Stroud (Paperback)

About the Book

Now available in paperback--the thrilling conclusion of the Bartimaeus trilogy. Here, the secrets of Bartimaeus's past are revealed, and Bartimaeus, Nathaniel, and Kitty must face treacherous magicians, unravel a masterfully complex conspiracy, and defeat a formidable faction of demons.

Book Synopsis

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In this glorious conclusion to the New York Times bestselling Bartimaeus Trilogy, the destinies of Bartimaeus, Nathaniel, and Kitty converge once more. Perfect for fans of Artemis Fowl and Amari and the Night Brothers.

Three years have passed since the magician Nathaniel helped prevent a cataclysmic attack on London. Now an important member of the British government, he grapples with numerous problems: foreign wars are going badly, Britain's enemies are mounting attacks close to London, and rebellion is growing among the commoners. Increasingly imperious and distracted, Nathaniel is treating Bartimaeus worse than ever. The long-suffering djinni is growing weak and vulnerable from too much time in this world, and his patience is nearing its end.

Meanwhile, undercover in London, Nathaniel's longtime rival Kitty has been stealthily completing her research on magic, demons, and Bartimaeus's past. She has a daring plan that she hopes will break the endless cycle of conflict between djinn and humans. But will anyone listen to what she has to say?

Together, the trio faces treacherous magicians, a complex conspiracy, and a rebellious faction of demons. To survive, they must test the limits of this world and question the deepest parts of themselves. And most difficult of all-they will have to learn to trust one another.

★ "A must-purchase for all fantasy collections."--School Library Journal, starred review
Read the entire Bartimaeus Sequence series:
The Amulet of Samarkand
The Golem's Eye
Ptolemy's Gate
The Ring of Solomon

For another thrilling adventure from Jonathan Stroud, don't miss the Lockwood & Co series.

Review Quotes

Praise for the Bartimaeus Sequence series:

* "A must-purchase for all fantasy collections."--School Library Journal, starred review

* "Bartimaeus's pointed humor makes for a story worth savoring."--Publishers Weekly, starred review

* "For readers who loved the earlier volumes for the sheer adventure, this, with its battles, magic and great crashing conclusion, will not disappoint. A worthy ending to an exceptional saga."--Booklist, starred review

* "So rarely do humor and plot come together in such equally strong measures that we can only hope for more adventures."--Horn book, starred review

* "The trilogy wraps up with excitement, adventure and an unexpected wallop of heart and soul. . . Stroud masterfully weaves together four characters and an unearthly realm of existence in an explosive culmination..."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review

* "This closing installment is the best yet...Stroud is a masterful storyteller, balancing touching sentiment with humor, explosive action scenes with philosophical musings on human nature...a stunning end to a justly acclaimed trilogy."--Horn Book, starred review

"In a contemporary London full of magic, a thrilling adventure unfolds."--Kirkus Reviews

"Not since Gulliver's Travels has a children's writer managed to combine a thrilling tale of magic and adventure with such deliciously pointed comedy."--The Times

"The pace never slows in this wisecracking adventure...Stroud has created a compelling fantasy story in a well-realized world, but it is the complementary characters of Bartimaeus and Nathaniel that will keep readers coming back for the rest of the [series]."--Horn Book

"The truly original touch is the way Stroud alternates Nathaniel's story with the djinni's own knowing and irascible first-person narrative."--Diana Wynne Jones, Guardian Review

About the Author

Jonathan Stroud is the author of the internationally bestselling Bartimaeus and Lockwood & Co series as well as the Scarlett and Browne series and the stand-alone titles Heroes of the Valley, The Leap, The Last Siege, and Buried Fire. He lives in England with his wife and three children. He invites you to visit him at www.jonathanstroud.com.