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The Ring of Solomon

The Ring of Solomon

a Bartimaeus novel
FantasyHistorical Fiction
Pages
448
Published
2010
Language
English

Synopsis

In 950 BC, the sarcastic djinni Bartimaeus is summoned to Jerusalem to serve at the court of King Solomon. While dealing with a cruel master and the king's terrifying magical ring, he crosses paths with a determined assassin on a mission to save her country. This prequel follows the spirit's attempts to survive ancient politics and high-stakes magic with his usual wit.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

FunnyAdventurousSatiricalAtmospheric
Unreliable NarratorAnti-HeroCourt IntrigueReluctant Hero

Genres

Fantasy Historical Fiction Middle Grade Mythology YA Fantasy History Alternate History

Authors

J
Johnathan Stroud

Johnathan Stroud is a British author who writes fantasy and supernatural fiction for young adults. He is best known for the Bartimaeus Sequence, which includes the prequel novel The Ring

J
Jonathan Stroud

Jonathan Anthony Stroud (born 27 October 1970) is a British writer of fantasy fiction, best known for the Bartimaeus young adult sequence and Lockwood & Co. children's series. His books are typically set in an alternative history London with fantasy elements, and have received note for his satire, and use of magic to reflect themes of class struggle. The Bartimaeus sequence is the recipient of the Grand Prix de l'Imaginaire and Mythopoeic Fantasy Awards. Stroud's works have also been featured on...

Characters

BartimaeusProtagonist
King SolomonSupporting
All characters in The Ring of Solomon