Artemis Fowl - Author Eoin Colfer

Meet Artemis Fowl: twelve years old, filthy rich, and criminally brilliant.
In this wildly inventive and bestselling first installment of the Artemis Fowl series, young Artemis sets out to restore his family's fortune by kidnapping a fairy and demanding a ransom in gold. But these aren't your average fairies. They’re elite, armed, and seriously fed up.

When Artemis captures LEPrecon officer Captain Holly Short, he has no idea the trouble he’s about to unleash. Ancient magic, high-tech gadgets, and a battle of wits ensue — and not everything goes according to plan.

Perfect for fans of magical adventures with a twist.

Why we, and schools, love it:

• Clever and complex: A great introduction to layered characters and moral ambiguity.
• Blends tech and myth: Merges folklore and futuristic elements in a unique, fast-paced plot.
• Series appeal: Hooks reluctant readers with humour, suspense, and a brilliant antihero.

Written by Eoin Colfer | Published by Penguin Books
Paperback | 320 pages | Chapter Book | Ages 10+ | Fantasy, Action, Adventure