The Golem's Eye

The Bartimaeus Trilogy, Book 2

By: Jonathan Stroud

Narrated by: Simon Jones

Length: 16 hrs and 31 mins

Publisher's summary

Two years have passed since young apprentice magician Nathaniel became famous by foiling the ruthless Simon Lovelace. Now 14, Nathaniel is ambitiously climbing the ranks of the magicians' government. The Prime Minister himself has placed Nathaniel in charge of capturing the Resistance, a group of unruly commoners working to undermine the magicians' empire. But after several failed attempts, Nathaniel is forced to admit he can't do it alone. With his career on the line, he reluctantly summons his only hope for success, the 5,000-year-old wise-cracking djinni Bartimaeus.

The duo is reunited just in time: the Resistance is growing more audacious than ever. And to make matters worse, a seemingly invulnerable clay golem is wreaking destruction throughout London, sending the entire city into pandemonium. With time running out, the young magician and his uncontrollable djinni must find the source of the golem's power, a task they quickly learn will involve much more than they ever anticipated.

In the ensuing chaos, Nathaniel and Bartimaeus will be chased through the streets of Prague, hunt a dancing skeleton across London's skyline, encounter the horror of the dreaded Night Police, and meet a surprising new ally. Together, these three will have to go head-to-head with the fearsome golem before the mysterious identity of its master is finally revealed.

©2004 Jonathan Stroud (P)2004 Random House, Inc. Listening Library, an imprint of the Random House Audio Publishing Group

One of my favorite books of all time

I listen to this book at least once a year and have done so since it release.

Amazing

I love Stroud. Kept my interest the whole time! Can’t wait to read the next one

Terrific story, Great Reader

Some people have found this second volume of the trilogy a letdown after the superb "Amulet of Samarkand," but I actually liked it better. A very satisfying ending sets up the final-volume finale. Simon Jones is at the top of the all-time great narrators list, and when he's matched with terrific characters and a suspenseful story, it's audio bliss.

Book 2 develops deeper shades of grey

Privilege and patriotism war confusingly around Nathaniel, whose pride keeps his council from the wise

one of the best stories around

Great performance and a great story. Be sure to catch the first book in this series before reading this one.

Not Quite as Good as Book 1

but still a wonderful and entertaining book.
I am looking forward to book 3.

the greatest book series ever!!<br />

loved it!!! when Enorious came Simon J is the best of all time!!!!!

Loved it! Excellent object lessons for All.

Wonderful presentation of moral choices past & present. Inspired acquisition of knowledge, especially historical research.

Five Stars

This is a great book. Very cleaverly written. It was almost as good as the first. If you want to lose yourself in a little light listening, this is the book for you.

SPECTACULAR

Where does The Golem's Eye rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I liked the story, but the best part was the performance. I think this book goes at the top. Right between Harry Potter and Inheritance.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Bartimeous was my favorite character. His personality is pretty interesting

What does Simon Jones bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

As I've said before. Simons performance was awesome. Everything from his port rail of bartimeous to the way. He tells the story is simply great

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

If I were to make a film, and this would make an awesome film, the tag line would Ben"an enthralling journey."

Any additional comments?

This book is good for teens, and adults. I wouldn't recommend it to children