Ptolemy's Gate

The Bartimaeus Trilogy, Book 3

By: Jonathan Stroud

Narrated by: Simon Jones

Three years have passed since the magician Nathaniel helped prevent a cataclysmic attack on London. Now an important member of the British government, he grapples with numerous problems: foreign wars are going badly, Britain’s enemies are mounting attacks close to London, and rebellion is growing among the commoners. Increasingly imperious and distracted, Nathaniel is treating Bartimaeus worse than ever. The long-suffering djinni is growing weak and vulnerable from too much time in this world, and his patience is nearing its end.
Meanwhile, undercover in London, Nathaniel’s longtime rival Kitty has been stealthily completing her research on magic, demons, and Bartimaeus’s past. She has a daring plan that she hopes will break the endless cycle of conflict between djinn and humans. But will anyone listen to what she has to say?
In this glorious conclusion to the Bartimaeus Trilogy, the destinies of Bartimaeus, Nathaniel, and Kitty converge once more. For the first time, we will learn the secrets of Bartimaeus’s past, and catch a glimpse into the mysterious Other Place–the world of demons–as together, the threesome faces treacherous magicians, a complex conspiracy, and a rebellious faction of demons. To survive, they must test the limits of this world and question the deepest parts of themselves. And most difficult of all–they will have to learn to trust one another.©2006 Jonathan Stroud; (P)2006 Random House, Inc. Listening Library, an imprint of the Random House Audio Publishing Group

Wish this story could go on and on...

This story completely captivated me through all three books. It was impossible to put down and kept me company on walks, cooking, gardening, and driving! Highly addictive! Mr. Stroud and Mr. Jones are a fantastic duo in this great production. I realize I was slow to find this and thank the other reviewers for helping me find a perfect listen.

action packed

our hero Nathaniel once again teams up with the djinni Bartimaeus in order to rescue his world with the help of Kitty Jones. Action, mystery, and quick wit combine in this heartwarming and magical tale

Loved it!

The narrator, Simon Jones, is fantastic!! I am a 48 year old woman and this trilogy is the best book i have done as audio! Highly recommended if you like Eragon and Artemis Fowl stuff.

An amazing ending to a great trilogy!

While listening to these books, I became attached to the characters, especially to Bartimaeus and Kitty. Some parts of this story were truly heartwarming near the end, and there's enough action and suspense throughout to keep you listening when you should be doing other things... highly recommend. And the narration is one of the best I've ever experienced by a single narrator.

great read

great end to the whole trilogy hoping that there's more to come. very satisfying ending