Want exclusive content, like free chapters, news, and sweepstakes? This was a reread for me and a whole load of fun it is too! A young and talented magician gets himself in a whole bunch of trouble when he summons a 14th level demon to help in with a task. I don't know who or what recommended this to me, but I loved it. a)The djinn Bartimaeus always addresses the reader in 1st person, whereas his 'master' Nathaniel is dealt with in the 3rd person; and b)Bartimaeus is deeply cynical and intelligent in a way that challenges the typical fantasy pretension. Not the best I have read in Fantasy, but quite good nonetheless. Bartimaeus is a middle-ranking genie, not especially powerful, but smart enough to outdo alot of the other guys. The novel was about a bunch of adults, doing adult stuff and a kid wanting to have his revenge on them. Please try your request again later. The Amulet of Samarkand is a children's novel of alternate history, fantasy and magic. Welcome back. I loved that the story intertwines the points of view of Bartimaeus and Nathaniel, two very different characters. I had just read a number of "smaller" works and really enjoyed them. This novel written by Jonathan Stroud was such a pleasant surprise. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Meh. Something went wrong. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Oh no, I thought, fanciful purple prose attempting to set a magical aura about the opening scene. Plot. Don't you just love when that happens? I added it to my Amazon wishlist pronto, because that’s how I kept track of books I wanted to read before Goodreads was a thing. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 13, 2007. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Alternative history fantasy. Please try again. Bartimeus is a very funny entity, all bent on mischief who must obey the kid’s orders, thus stealing the amulet of Samarkand, a very precious amulet from Simon Lovelace, a very powerful magician. This novel written by Jonathan Stroud was such a pleasant surprise. One in the third person, tells the story mainly from the point of view of Nathaniel. I had never heard of The Bartimaeus Sequence before and took a chance on it one rainy afternoon, I am so glad I did. PUL-EEZE. I was expecting the conventional 'amighty demon filled with wrath bound to the courageous but challenged master' sort of thing but was rather taken aback by what I got. If the quality of a book rested solely on its plot, this would be an excellent novel. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. PUL-EEZE. Simon humiliated Nathaniel publicly once and now, Nathaniel wants revenge. No, seriously. Great characters, fast-paced action, fully-realized world with a cool magic system, what more could you want? It was an amazing read. This book is a definition of talent and grace, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 20, 2020, This is one of my all time favourite books to read so glad it's on kindle as Bartimaeus is so funny he always brings a smile to my day and he always makes me look forward to the next chapter. See all 14 questions about The Amulet of Samarkand…, Infernal Device Series VS Bartimaeus Series, The Amulet of Samarkand by Jonathan Stroud - YA BOM March 2020 - starts 16 March, Bartimaeus Sequence #1: Amulet of Samarkand - Starting 18th November, Forget the Usual Suspects: 24 Debut Mysteries to Read Now. He manages to do a bunch of top level magic just because he read it in a book - unlikely. Very good, strong characters, inventive story and enjoyed the whole trilogy. However, once I overcame my shock (and Bart's ironic little footnotes) 'The Amulet of Samarkand' was worth the read. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Children's Action & Adventure Books (Books). Bartimaeus, the demon called, is a hilarious character and the story is a rollicking read. Stop laughing. The first volume in the brilliant, bestselling Bartimaeus sequence, now adapted into a stunning graphic novel format - this is Bartimaeus as you've never seen him before!Nathaniel, a young magician's apprentice, has revenge on his mind. The Amulet of Samarkand was published the same year as Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, the fifth book in Rowling's series and the standard bearer by which all middle-grade fantasy is measured, it seems. The idea of magicians ruling the world and harnessing the powers of djinnis to do it is a brilliant idea and makes for a gripping story. The apprentice magician who is better than his teacher (and a very pretentious one) and start summoning dangerous jinnies when he is just 12, is not something common. The Amulet of Samarkand Reading Level ATOS Reading Level – 5.9 5.9 ATOS Reading level means a child whose reading skills are of a 5th grader during 9th month of school can easily read the book. Maybe I'm feeling slightly defensive, but I honestly believe some of the best books written today are in the childrens/young adult section. Lockwood and Co is one of my favourite series, and while Bartimaeus hasn’t beaten it, it still gets five stars from me. This book is very cleverly written, with two alternating strands of narration. “One magician demanded I show him an image of the love of his life. I would probably give a 3 out of 5. For a book aimed at children there weren't barely any in this story. so, a good book, to while the time away, in a good way. Nathaniel tells the authorities that it was his master, Underwood, who originally suspected that Lovelace had the amulet. The Golem's Eye (The Bartimaeus Trilogy, Book 2), Ptolemy's Gate (The Bartimaeus Trilogy, Book 3), The Ring of Solomon (A Bartimaeus Novel, 4), Bartimaeus Series 4 Book Set including: The Amulet of Samarkand / The Golem's Eye / Ptolemy's Gate / Ring of Solomon Prequel, The Screaming Staircase (Lockwood & Co., 1), The Bartimaeus Trilogy (A Bartimaeus Novel), Lockwood & Co.: The Whispering Skull (Lockwood & Co., 2), Lockwood & Co.: The Creeping Shadow (Lockwood & Co., 4). Read Common Sense Media's The Amulet of Samarkand: The Bartimaeus Trilogy, Book 1 review, age rating, and parents guide. The writing style is totally different and with alternating points of view. Unable to add item to List. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Before he could act on his suspicions, Lovelace attacked and killed Underwood and his wife. Honestly there are similar books (Ester Friesner, at the beginning looks similar, Majik series, or Craig Shaw Gardner in his Ebenezum series, or Asprin in his Myth series, or Simon Green, etc.) It is well worth the read. I was rather sceptical towards this book at first. he gets called up by an aspiring young apprentice intent on revenge. The Amulet of Samarkand teaches an important lesson: meddling may give you some reward, but it usually ends in disaster. The Amulet of Samarkand by Jonathan Stroud 486pp, Doubleday, £12.99 . The narrator was incredible. To see what your friends thought of this book, I don't think they are similar at all. The Amulet of Samarkand (Audiobook CD) : Stroud, Jonathan : Nathaniel, a young magician's apprentice, becomes caught in a web of magical espionage, murder, and rebellion, after he summons the djinni Bartimaeus and instructs him to steal the Amulet of Samarkand from the … The boy charges Bartimaeus to steal an artifact called the Amulet of Samarkand from Lovelace’s possession. * Update 12/13/2014 - Just finished a back-to-back reading marathon of all four Bartimaeus books (The Amulet of Samarkand, The Golem's Eye, Ptolemy's Gate, and The Ring of Solomon). Told from the very different viewpoints of Bartimaeus ( a smart-aleck djinn who has lived thousands of years and has nothing to show for it but an I rock you don't attitude) and Nathaniel (12 year old jerkwad apprentice whose lifelong dream is to be a huge im portant government official and have millions of obedient djinn slaves at his fingertips. I really loved this book, the first of the Bartimaeus Trilogy. The Amulet of Samarkand is a stunning read (it knocks any of the Harry Potter books into a cocked hat) and I can't wait to meet Bartimaeus again. He’s going to steal Simon’s greatest treasure, the Amulet of Samarkhand. A very interesting and fun read. He never listens to anyone's advice and goes around trying to beat the best magicians in the country with no plan. The general plot is, of course, standard fantasy fare (save the world!) Register for the newsletter here! Recommended for all ages! He, rather than young Nathaniel, is the "star" of Stroud's story. I was given this book by my husband because I was feeling a bit overwelmed by a number of large fantasy reads I had on my TBR file. Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2019. - @WizardingInitiate of the Teen Review Board at … Told from the very different viewpoints of Bartimaeus ( a smart-aleck djinn who has lived thousands of years and has nothing to show for it but an I rock you don't attitude) and Nathaniel (12 year old jerkwad apprentice whose lifelong dream is to be a huge im portant government official and have millions of obedient djinn slaves at his fingertips. Also, there appears to be a second plot running under the main one which will obviously be continued in the later books, and this plot seems much more promising. Quite a bit of time is spent on his training in the book, but the plot really begins after Nathaniel is insulted by another magician, Simon Lovelace. I absolutely loved The Amulet of Samarkand. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. If you love the first book as much as I did, you will be unable to resist reading them all. Refresh and try again. I love this book! We work hard to protect your security and privacy. He manages to do a bunch of top level magic just because he read it in a book - unlikely. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Today we have Blake reading you Chapter 4 of “The Amulet of Samarkand!” Again, Parents, a quick advisory that this book is young adult and has been given a commonsensemedia .com parental age rating of 11+. Nathaniel is a boy magician-in-training, sold to the government by his birth parents at the age of five and sent to live as an apprentice to a master. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published I was expecting to get a cheap and uninspired Harry Potter-copy but this book, in fact, doesn't have much in common with JK Rowling's popular saga. This is a difficult book to rate: It was very well-written, with an intriguing plot and engaging wit. Powerful magicians rule Britain, and its empire, and Nathaniel is told his is the "ultimate sacrifice" for a "noble destiny.". The kid in the book isn't very likable - nor is he believable. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 21, 2014. This book lost me at some points but overall, it wasn’t that bad. Pity for the typos. He never listens to anyone's advice and goes around trying to beat the best magicians in the country with no plan. This is the story of Nathaniel, a young and ambitious magician in training, whose master is mediocre at best and loathes Nathaniel. It's hilarious. This is one of my favorite YA fantasy series. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. I got this as the theme because of how Nathaniel meddles in the book. For those looking for a book in a similar vein to the Harry Potter series, this story of a young apprentice magician is a must read. 41 quotes from The Amulet of Samarkand (Bartimaeus, #1): ‘One magician demanded I show him an image of the love of his life. The book is fun. I would highly suggest reading the remaining two books in the series, as they just get better as they go along, and add depth to the first book. I don't think they are similar at all. Well, the Bartimaeus trilogy by Jonathan Stroud is a book that fits completely into the great books written for children. So much better than more famous magical series. It is the first book in the Bartimaeus trilogy written by English author Jonathan Stroud. The underlying themes are also very different. And that meant that I was skeptical, although not to the degree that I thought the main character would be named Barry Cotter or something. Review. That being said, I must admit that it was more frustrating than enjoyable for me. I will be buying the next one in the series in about 5 minutes! Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Great Britain, for example, is governed by an elite group of magicians--many of whom are greedy, ambitious, and uncaring for other people. So, I’ve done it a bit backwards, I read Lockwood and Co first, loved it and moved onto this which I also really enjoyed. We’d love your help. but its details and the world built to drive it is unique. It is well known for its liberal use of footnotesto voice the lead character's sar… The Amulet of Samarkand (The Bartimaeus Trilogy, Book 1), Little, Brown Books for Young Readers; Reprint edition (May 12, 2004). When it comes to your mystery and thriller reading, do you tend to go for the known culprits or the whodunit? This is one of my favorite childrens book of all time, primarily because of the great characterization of its protagonist, Bartimaeus. Bartimaeus is an unforgettable character and very witty. Cover art, synopsis, sequels, reviews, awards, publishing history, genres, and time period. /eye, Meh. What ensues is a funny romp in an alternate London, in a world ruled by magicians. The Amulet of Samarkand opens with the spirit Bartimaeus being summoned by the apprentice magician Nathaniel and ordered to steal a powerful artifact from a ruthless magician. Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2013. Such a wise-cracking djinn, such a tiny, jerkish upstart. he's also slightly evil... or so you'd think. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Read 5,178 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for A Bartimaeus Novel Ser. : The Amulet of Samarkland by Jonathan Stroud (2004, Trade Paperback, Reprint) at the best online prices at eBay! Jonathan Stroud (www.jonathanstroud.com) is the author of four previous books in the Lockwood & Co. series as well as the New York Times bestselling Bartimaeus books, and the stand-alone titles Heroes of the Valley, The Leap, The Last Siege, and … Original and hilarious fantasy series for all ages, highly recommend! The Amulet Of Samarkand By Jonathan Stroud - FictionDB. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. /eyeroll. The ending was even more ridiculous....an entire room of the most powerful and experienced magicians in the world and only a 12 year old boy can save things. That was pretty much my experience with my first Jonathan Stroud novel, which also happens to be the first novel in Bartimaeus trilogy. Harry Potter fanatics, how do the Bartimaeus books compare? Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Witty and sharp fantasy with complex characters. This unlikeliest of pairs will do their best to undermine a conspiracy against the fat, lazy, corrupt government and share a few moments that will make you laugh out loud in the process. this one is prob my favorite, which was a suprise to me, Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2015. I thought I would really like this, but I just didn't. Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2019, This is a wonderful escape from reality and sarcastic take on the world of government. The boy succeeds and returns the Amulet of Samarkand to the hands of the prime minister, where it rightfully belongs. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. You will absolutely devour this book. With revenge on his mind, he summons the powerful djinni, Bartimaeus. Nearly everything about the book is just great. by Hyperion Books for Children. Explaining what I like about this novel shouldn’t be difficult. Age: 12+ Synopsis: The first volume in the ... but after reading The Amulet of Samarkand, it is evident that the graphic novel does not replace the novel in any way – in all honesty, I didn’t expect it to. This was not at all what I expected. Somewhere, on some website (probably Mugglenet), some industrious soul listed a bunch of books to read while waiting for the next book to come out. Please try again. The kid in the book isn't very likable - nor is he believable. Before I started reading this book I was totally unprepared for Stroud's style. Nathaniel is a boy magician who becomes the apprentice of Arthur Underwood at the age of 5. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. It is hilarious, adventurous, fast-paced, and creative. Hope he writes more books in future. Please try again. Yes, that's the best feeling in the world or just about. A safe comforting blanket of a book even when chaos is occurring! The audiobook of this almost caused the demise of me and my family years ago as we were driving through Colorado to visit family out west. But summoning Bartimaeus and controlling him are two different things entirely, and when Nathaniel sends the djinni out to steal Lovelace's greatest treasure, the Amulet of Samarkand, he finds himself caught up in a whirlwind of magical espionage, murder, and rebellion. Parent of a 11 and 14-year-old Written by sensomatic April 10, 2011 age 14+ As Long As They Don't Try To Summon A Demon As an adult, I think this book is spot on funny and entertaining. What an awesome book to listen to on a very long car trip! The parents in the car enjoyed the story, too. September 30th 2003 They are both amazing series but different in their own right. Ben does a quick book review for "The Amulet of Samarkand" by Jonathan Stroud. Free shipping for many products! 4.5 to 5.0 stars. You pick up a book from some author you have never heard off but before you know it, you're totally immersed in it and enjoying fully the reading experience. Jonathan Anthony Stroud is an author of fantasy books, mainly for children and youths. The book and series are about power struggles in a magical dystopia centred in London, England featuring a mix of current and ancient, secular and mythological themes. Getting straight to the point. When, at the age of ten, Nathaniel is humiliated by a rising and charismatic political intriguer named Simon Lovelace, in a fit of juvenile vengefulness he summons up a powerful 5,000-year-old djinn named Bartimaeus. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2014. I wish the young magician was a bit more likeable as I found myself impatient to get back to the djinni's story, as he was so hilarious. The Amulet of Samarkand is suitable for children from 5-8 grade. I would recommend the audio version to children ages 9+. Start by marking “The Amulet of Samarkand (Bartimaeus, #1)” as Want to Read: Error rating book. The Amulet Of Samarkand (The Bartimaeus Sequence): Amazon.co.uk: Stroud, Jonathan: Books Select Your Cookie Preferences We use cookies and similar tools to enhance your shopping experience, to provide our services, understand how customers use our services so we can make improvements, and display ads, including interest-based ads. That was pretty much my experience with my first Jonathan Stroud novel, which also happens to be the fi. Maybe I'm feeling slightly defensive, but I honestly believe some of the best books written today are in the childrens/young adult section. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in, $12.13 Shipping & Import Fees Deposit to France. First edition (paperback) was published in Sept. 2003 by Doubleday in the United Kingdom. Like many people in the early 2000s who found themselves clasped in the claws of fierce Pottermania, I was fond of trolling the internet for Potter related stuff. He was able to change up voices and input just the right amount of pomposity into Bartimeus' character to make him both believable and humorous. When he musters the strength to summon the 5,000-year-old djinni Bartimaeus to avenge Lovelace by stealing the powerful Amulet of Samarkand, the boy magician plunges into a situation more dangerous and deadly than anything he could ever imagine. While there's nothing wrong with... Nathaniel is a boy magician-in-training, sold to the government by his birth parents at the age of five and sent to live as an apprentice to a master. As he grows up he learns a lot about magic and the other magicians. Don't you just love when that happens? The Amulet of Samarkand: Book One of the Bartimaeus Series (Spoiler-Free Review) March 29, 2020 March 29, 2020 Rachael Corbin I don’t have any recollection of people discussing this series in the early 2000s. The Amulet of Samarkand is a childhood favorite of mine. I ordered about 20 books recently and out of the 5 Ive gone through so far, this one is prob my favorite, which was a suprise to me. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 11, 2020. Lockwood and Co are great series as well. The other strand gives us a different perspective on the characters and events but it is in the first person, from the point of view of the devious, superior and sarcastic otherworldly being Bartimaeus. A very fun read, with an intelligent, engaging magic system and a wonderful title character ... namely the Djinn Bartimaeus. Desperate to defy his master and take on more challenging spells, he secretly summo It aptly pokes fun of societal structure, wealth, and clamoring for power and wealth. and adventure ensues. Within the first few sentences my heart sank. I ended up enjoying this book more than I thought I would. Such a wise-cracking djinn, such a tiny, jerkish upstart. This first volume in a promised trilogy is set in an alternate England - at least, I hope it's not ours - … Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. Nathaniel, despite his youth, human flaws, and inexperience, triumphs over evil, even though he harbors some of the same character flaws.His djinn, Bartimeaus, is cleaver, arrogant and vain, despite the protestation to the contrary. Well, the Bartimaeus trilogy by Jonathan Stroud is a book that fits completely into the great books written for children. It's hilarious. Unfortunately for Nathaniel, he quickly finds himself in way over his head, involved in matters of treachery and intrigue. The Amulet Of Samarkand by Jonathan Stroud, 9780552562799, available at Book Depository with free delivery worldwide. The Amulet of Samarkand Graphic Novel Buried Fire The Leap The Last Siege Heroes of the Valley For Gina About the Endnotes Bartimaeus is famous for making snarky asides and boastful claims, which you can find in this book’s endnotes. If I had to pick one fantasy series that both adults and children will absolutely love to pieces, Jonathan Stroud's Bartimaeus series is it. Title: The Amulet of Samarkand (2003) Author: Jonathan Stroud Genre: Fantasy, Young Adult, Magic and Comedy Publisher: Corgi Release Date: 30th September 2003 Rating: ★★★★★ Reviewed by: David Synopsis. Well i do not usually compare any book with Harry potter but this one here just made me do so. 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