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'Bartimaeus : The Amulet of Samarkand'

 

Jonathan Stroud created an amazing world of fantasy, magic, and adventure in his Bartimaeus trilogy. The story revolves around a creature from another dimension, a djinni named Bartimaeus who has lived for thousands of years. The plot is narrated by two voices, Bartimaeus and an omnipotent perspective. It begins with an orphan boy with great potential being trained by a mediocre magician. The story follows the boy's ambition and his desire for revenge as he thwarts the villain's evil plans to take over the city and the magical world.



 

Stroud's wit and remarkable character development, particularly of Bartimaeus, add depth to the story. The series is often compared to Harry Potter due to its magical elements and child main character, but Bartimaeus is darker, exploring themes of death, murder, and treachery.

 

The books also delve into magical summoning, detailing how magicians cast circles and pentacles, and use rosemary and salt for protection. The shape-shifting abilities of the djinni, as well as their observations and comments on different styles of appearing on Earth, add an entertaining dimension to the story.

 

The first book introduces the magical world, Bartimaeus, and the rise of an orphan boy, John Mandrake, into a remarkable magician. It's a captivating read for those looking to delve into something engaging, as the plot is framed around a magical amulet and addresses a wide range of human emotions from a demon’s perspective.



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