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The Golem's Eye (Bartimaeus, #2)

Jonathan Stroud
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The Golem's Eye (Bartimaeus, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2006

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Jonathan Stroud

The Golem's Eye (Bartimaeus, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

562

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • Modern Fantasy World

Publication Year

2006

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

800L

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Super Short Summary

The Golem's Eye by Jonathan Stroud is the second book in the Bartimaeus Trilogy. It follows the adventures of Nathaniel, a young magician, and Bartimaeus, a sarcastic djinn, as they confront dangers in an alternate London where magic is real. The story explores themes of power, loyalty, and rebellion.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

96,151 ratings

78%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jonathan Stroud's The Golem's Eye impresses with its richly woven narrative and complex characters. Readers praised the vivid world-building and sharp humor, though some found the pacing uneven and the plot occasionally predictable. While celebrated for its imaginative depth, a few critiques noted a lack of character development. Overall, it’s a compelling sequel that captivates.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Golem's Eye (Bartimaeus, #2)?

Fans of Harry Potter and Percy Jackson will enjoy The Golem's Eye by Jonathan Stroud. This book is perfect for readers who relish magical adventures, complex characters, and witty dialogue. Set in a richly detailed alternate London, it combines urban fantasy with historical elements, mirroring the appeal of The Bartimaeus Sequence and His Dark Materials.

4.3

96,151 ratings

78%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

562

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • Modern Fantasy World

Publication Year

2006

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

800L

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