About the book
The Ring of Solomon is a prequel to the New York Times bestselling Bartimaeus series by Jonathan Stroud, author of Lockwood & Co. - a global No.1 show on Netflix.
**Note: There is a chance the book cover you receive may differ from the cover displayed here.**
It is 950 BC, and King Solomon rules Jerusalem with a steely hand on which gleams a mystic ring of immense and unforgiving power.
One of Solomon’s magical slaves, the irrepressible djinni Bartimaeus, is stuck doing dead-end jobs for the king. But when Asmira, a young Sheban assassin, arrives to kill Solomon, steal the ring and save her country from his attack, she makes Bartimaeus an offer he can’t refuse. If he helps her succeed, she will give him his freedom.
What could possibly go wrong?
Set in an alternate world controlled by magicians, this hilarious and electrifying bestseller will enthral readers of all ages.
As funny as ever. Stroud has lost none of his dazzle – Financial Times
Deservedly shortlisted for the Costa Prize – Sunday Times
Editions of Ring of Solomon
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780552562942
- EBook
- ISBN 9781407076898
Read an Excerpt
The Ring of Solomon is a prequel to the New York Times bestselling Bartimaeus series by Jonathan Stroud, author of Lockwood & Co. - a global No.1 show on Netflix.
**Note: There is a chance the book cover you receive may differ from the cover displayed here.**
It is 950 BC, and King Solomon rules Jerusalem with a steely hand on which gleams a mystic ring of immense and unforgiving power.
One of Solomon’s magical slaves, the irrepressible djinni Bartimaeus, is stuck doing dead-end jobs for the king. But when Asmira, a young Sheban assassin, arrives to kill Solomon, steal the ring and save her country from his attack, she makes Bartimaeus an offer he can’t refuse. If he helps her succeed, she will give him his freedom.
What could possibly go wrong?
Set in an alternate world controlled by magicians, this hilarious and electrifying bestseller will enthral readers of all ages.
As funny as ever. Stroud has lost none of his dazzle – Financial Times
Deservedly shortlisted for the Costa Prize – Sunday Times
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ring of Solomon about?
The Ring of Solomon is a prequel to the New York Times bestselling Bartimaeus series by Jonathan Stroud, author of Lockwood & Co. - a global No.1 show on Netflix.
**Note: There is a chance the book cover you receive may differ from the cover displayed here.**
It is 950 BC, and King Solomon rules Jerusalem with a steely hand on which gleams a mystic ring of immense and unforgiving power.
One of Solomon’s magical slaves, the irrepressible djinni Bartimaeus, is stuck doing dead-end jobs for the king. But when Asmira, a young Sheban assassin, arrives to kill Solomon, steal the ring and save her country from his attack, she makes Bartimaeus an offer he can’t refuse. If he helps her succeed, she will give him his freedom.
What could possibly go wrong?
Set in an alternate world controlled by magicians, this hilarious and electrifying bestseller will enthral readers of all ages.
As funny as ever. Stroud has lost none of his dazzle – Financial Times
Deservedly shortlisted for the Costa Prize – Sunday Times
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Ring of Solomon?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Humorous stories
Where can I read a sample of Ring of Solomon?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780552562942
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Ring of Solomon?
Jonathan Stroud
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Ring of Solomon is available as paperback(ISBN 9780552562942) and ebook(ISBN 9781407076898)
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