- Hardcover: 288 pages
- Publisher: Viking Children's Books; First American Edition edition (26 April 2001)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0670899623
- ISBN-13: 978-0641650482
- Product Dimensions: 21.4 x 13.8 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (196 customer reviews)
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 Artemis Fowl and the Last Guardian is the final thrilling Artemis Fowl adventure in Eoin Colfer's series. Let the misadventure begin - for the last time. |
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Eoin Colfer, author of Artemis Fowl, describes his creation as "Die Hard with fairies". He's not far wrong. Artemis Fowl is the most ingenious criminal mastermind in history and with his trusty sidekicks, Butler and Juliet, in tow he hatches a cunning plot to divest the fairyfolk of their pot of gold. Of course, he isn't foolish enough to believe in all that "gold at the end of the rainbow" nonsense. Rather, he knows that the only way to separate the little people from their stash is to kidnap one of their number and wait for the ransom to arrive. But when the time comes to put his plan into action he reckons without Captain Holly Short of the LEPrecon (Lower Elements Police Reconnaisance) Unit--a sort of extra small Clarice Starling with pointy ears and wings--and her senior officer Commander Root, a man (sorry, elf) who will stop at nothing to get her back.
Fantastic stuff from beginning to end, Artemis Fowl is a rip-roaring, 21st-century romp of the highest order. The author has let his imagination run riot by combining folklore, fantasy and a fistful of high-tech funk in an outrageously devilish book that could well do for fairies what Harry Potter has done for wizardry. But be warned: this is no gentle frolic so don't be fooled by the fairy subject matter. Instead what we have here is well written, sophisticated, rough and tumble storytelling with enough high-octane attitude to make it a seriously cool read for anyone over the age of 10. --Susan Harrison
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Artemis is a brilliant creation (Anthony Horowitz )
A huge hit (The Guardian ) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
A huge hit (The Guardian ) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Mass Market Paperback
As a Harry Potter grown-up reader, I've grown used to criticism in the lines of the recent Byatt review. But I do think that there is a lot of comfort and interest in reading children's books in adulthood. It was lovely reading Artemis Fowl. The ingenuity of the literal and technological inventions of the writer was refreshing. The main characters enjoyable and believeable, though a bit Hollywood-streotyped. Self-humour and well-built suspense add to the fun. It was nice to see a children's author choosing characters that are different shades of grey, as in real life, and not all black and white. All in all, for a bit of good, soul-cleansing escapism, a very recommended read!
118 of 126 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is not a new Artemis Fowl title but a new hardback edition by a different publisher - if you already have the first Artemis Fowl then this book is not for you
187 of 203 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
If you already own a copy of Artemis Fowl don't be fooled into think this is a different book - its a reprint.
On the other hand if you don't own a copy its a must have. A clever story with enough twists to keep anyone entertained. Artemis uses his intelligence to outwit a legion of fairies but manages to capture something more precious than fairy gold in the end.
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Farting at the back of the class
Basically, Artemis Fowl comes with a big fat recommendation. If you love Harry Potter, this is right up your alley. Adventure, action, magic and furious page-turning awaits you. Read more
Published 3 days ago by Ark-Angel
Spectacular
Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer was a great book. It tells the story of a young, intelligent boy who discovers the existence of a secret world inhabited by fairy folk from legend. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Kulsuma at sunshine and stardust
Great stories for kids
We listened to an audio version of one of the later books on a long journey, and all the family really enjoyed it. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Thisisme
Great for The Irish!
I bought this book because of Eoin's Irish name and my heritage. Also, it looked pretty fecking tempting. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Charlie T.
Boring, I'm afraid ! Don't believe the hype...
With all the good reviews & my 10 year old daughter's friends enjoying the Artemis Fowl series, I bought her the first two. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Rosie
Thoroughly enjoyable young adult read
I've been on a pretty good run of good quality books in the past couple of months (bar a regrettable Twilight fiasco), and thought that this might be a good time to try out Artemis... Read more
Published 8 months ago by joevascotia
Excellent
Excellent - an alternative Harry Potter! Delivery was efficient and well wrapped. Would use this supplier again. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Janette
An interesting twist on Fairies!
Eoin Colfer has brought the idea of fairies right up to date, giving them advanced technology and the troubles of a modern society. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Jack M
AWESOME FANTASY!
ARTEMIS FOWL is a truly gripping, funny and enchanting one-off fantasy that delivers puns, jokes and an exciting storyline. Read more
Published 11 months ago by G. Stephenson
Don't just think it's for kids
This is another 'teenage' book that I have read. The characters and the storyline certainly is completely readable for adults - in fact you don't feel like you are reading a... Read more
Published 15 months ago by CoolJules
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