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will love Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. http://www.steelypips.org/weblog/2008... knepveu | Jun 23, 2009 |   The final installment of the Bartimaeus Trilogy. Very satisfying in that we get more of the wonderful humor of Bartimaeus, find out more about Kitty, finally hear the back story on Ptolemaeus, and Nathaniel/John finds out what's really important in life. A fun, exciting read. (  )whymaggiemay | Jun 1, 2009 | I was really looking forward to finally reading the conclusion to a series I loved, but unfortunately I could barely stand this one. The plot was good, kinda. I liked that Nathaniel finally stopped being a jerk (does that count as a spoiler?), but I hated the way he got his "redemption." I do not agree with--SPOILER now-- redemption via death. It's too easy, for both the character and the author. It comes off as cowardly to me. It's just a cheap ending. Thinking back on it now I can't actually recall anything I liked about the book besides Mr. Stroud's writing style. Oh well. (  )herebebooks | May 31, 2009 | The final installment of the Bartimaeus Trilogy is a "but" book. The plot is engaging BUT did not justify its full 505 pages. The story, to its credit, avoids the most obvious cliches BUT it was still predictable. The characters are interesting people BUT they fall just short of true emotional resonance. Finishing the trilogy provided a satisfying sense of completion BUT I felt like I was reading just to find out how it ended, not because I was truly absorbed. Bottom line: if you read the first two books, you'll probably want to read this one too. You won't be disappointed BUT you won't be amazed either. ( )cestovatela | May 9, 2009 | In the final volume of the Bartimaeus Trilogy, Bartimaeus is weakened, since Nathaniel can't afford to let him recharge in the "Other Place". Politics are tense in London, as the differences between commoners and magicians come to a head. Kitty, meanwhile, has schemes of her own, and has dedicated her time to learn as much as she can about the demons, and Bartimaeus in particular. In a dramatic conclusion, the plotlines come together, as do the major characters. This is the best of the trilogy, in my opinion. Characters finally take on a hint of 3-dimensionality, we get a hint of Nathaniel's inner world, and the traitor is finally exposed. The plot and magic are original and compelling. If you can make it through the first two, this one is highly recommended. ( )heidialice | Apr 8, 2009 | 0.507 seconds to build listing
Amazon.com Product Description (ISBN 0786818611, Hardcover)Three years have passed since the magician Nathaniel helped prevent a cataclysmic attack on London. Now an established member of the British Government, he faces unprecedented problems: foreign wars are going badly; Britain's enemies are mounting attacks close to London; and rebellion is fomentingamong the commoners. Increasingly imperious and distracted, Nathaniel is treating Bartimaeus worse than ever. The longsuffering djinni is growing weak and vulnerable from too much time in this world and is nearing the end of his patience.Meanwhile, 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? In this glorious conclusion to the Bartimaeus trilogy, the destinies of Bartimaeus, Nathaniel, and Kitty converge once more. Together the threesome 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. Jonathan Stroud is the author of the New York Times bestselling Bartimaeus Trilogy; The Last Siege; The Leap; and Buried Fire. He lives in England with his family. (retrieved from Amazon Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:58:12 -0400) The first test round has been closed. Visit the Open Shelves Classification group for details. |
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