First published 2004
Nathaniel, a young magician's apprentice, and his snarky djinni companion Bartimaeus must travel to Prague to confront a powerful golem before it destroys London. As they navigate the city's dark underbelly, they uncover a web of conspiracy and political intrigue that threatens the very fabric of the magical world. With time running out, Nathaniel and Bartimaeus must put aside their differences and combine their powers to stop the golem's unstoppable onslaught. In the end, the stakes have never been higher as they race to save their city and themselves.
Genres: fiction, adventure, mystery, fantasy
Vibes: dark, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Czech Republic, England, London, Prague
562 pages · Paperback · Little, Brown Books for Young Readers