Ptolemy's Gate

The Bartimaeus Trilogy, Book 3

By: Jonathan Stroud

Narrated by: Simon Jones

Length: 15 hrs and 32 mins

Publisher's summary

Three years after the events of The Golem's Eye, the young magician Nathaniel is an established member of the British Government.

But he faces unprecedented problems: foreign wars are going badly and Britain's enemies are mounting attacks close to London.

Increasingly distracted, he is treating Bartimaeus worse than ever: the long-suffering djinni is growing weak from too much time in this world, and his patience is at an end. Meanwhile, undercover in London, Kitty has been stealthily completing her research into magic and Bartimaeus' past. She hopes to break the endless cycle of conflict between djinn and humans, but will she be able to get anyone to listen?

Before any of these problems can be resolved, disaster strikes London from an unexpected source, and the destinies of Bartimaeus, Nathanial, and Kitty are thrown together once more. They have to face treacherous magicians, a long-fermented conspiracy, and an enemy from 'The Other Place' that threatens London and the world. Worst of all, they must somehow cope with each other.

©2006 Jonathan Stroud (P)2006 Random House, Inc. Listening Library, an imprint of the Random House Audio Publishing Group

Devastating conclusion!

A devastating conclusion to a wonderful series. This should be an anime series. Or a tv show but it really lends itself to animation. It is ostensibly a kids series. It is just as enjoyable for adults. PICK IT UP. Sorry for yelling at you I just get passionate about my boy Bartimaeus…

Exceptional book, fantastic listen

In a word- enthralling. Absolutely enthralling. Despite my best efforts to the contrary, I was pulled in to and wrapped up in the story. Better by far than its predecessors, this last book in the trilogy is an exceptionally well-crafted book. Masterfully contrived, complimented by an equally skilled narrator, this is one of the most enjoyable books I have had the pleasure to listen to.

The narrator makes this awesome!

I enjoyed every one of the Bartimaeus trilogy, and listened to them all in rapid succession. The narrator (Simon Jones) really makes this series shine. He does a perfect 'sardonic jinni'! This might be classed as junior fiction, but it appeals to adults as well.

Wonderful Book, Wonderful Reader

I loved all three of these books--fantastic characters, well developed story, just plain excellent. Simon Jones is a fantastic reader.
This story isn't just for children--I love kids books but I think most adult lovers of fantasy, ala Pratchett, would love this book, too.

Great Story and Narration

The other reviews really sum it up: another excellent book and another excellent narration by Simon Jones. I can't imagine anyone NOT enjoying these books. These books are almost too good for kids! lol I was sad that this was only a trilogy. I was definitely wondering the entire way through how everything would be resolved and I was definitely surprised at the ending. Though the ending was nothing I would have expected, I thought it worked well. Now we just need more Stroud/Jones books!

Greatness

It was a really great. The ending makes me want more. This is a amazing culmination of the trilogy

great book and narration

The reader captures the sarcastic voice of the main character—most necessary to the story.

The book itself is great and a commentary on the middle/under class’ presence under the thumb of the rich. Funny, witty and persuasive. Have read and listened to it many times through.

Would recommend.

Such a fun and creative story!

Big fan of the writing, humor and plot. This book is fast-paced with wonderful characters and ties up the trilogy in a very satisfying and thoughtful way.

childhood book

as a 26 year old it was nice to finally finish this series I started as a kid. I'm always busy and to "read" this 30 minutes at a time driving to and from work every day is a pleasantry we didn't have so available growing up or in other generations.

Incredible!!!!

I've read and listened to this book (and series) multiple times and it just gets better and better...highly recommended