SYA recommends – The Bartimaeus Triology by Jonathan Stroud

Hi there passing interweb traveller,

In a departure from the norm, I’d like to remind readers about a great series of books –  The Bartimaeus Triology by Jonathan Stroud, which is in fact a quadrilogy. These books are every bit as good as Harry Potter and in my view, better written.

 

 

‘What makes these books worth a read?’ I hear you cry

• A wicked wit and humour running throughout
• High quality writing, use of  language and atmosphere
• A great alternative history setting
• Superb characters, especially in Bartimaeus

All in all, reading at least one of this series as a ‘must’ for anyone writing for teens, young adults or children, especially if you write about themes of fantasy or magic.

For readers – just enjoy these books and the wicked fun Mr Stroud brings to fiction. These are so much better to read than many I could mention *cough* Walliams.

Happy reading

D.M. Jarrett