The Golem's Eye by Jonathan Stroud

The Golem's Eye

Bartimaeus #2

Jonathan Stroud

579 pages • first pub 2004 (editions)

fiction fantasy young adult adventurous mysterious medium-paced

Description

Two years have passed since the events of 'The Amulet of Samarkand' and the young magician Nathaniel is rising fast through the government ranks. But his career is suddenly threatened by a series of terrifying crises.

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Moods

adventurous 96%
funny 71%
mysterious 60%
dark 27%
tense 24%
lighthearted 18%
emotional 12%
reflective 5%
challenging 4%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 64%
fast 29%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 65% | Plot: 25% | Character: 9%

Strong character development?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 23% | No: 11% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 57% | It's complicated: 38% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 44% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 24% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 7% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

4.07

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