Artemis Fowl and The Arctic Incident
📘 About This Book
Movie available from June 12th only on Disney+ Join the world of Artemis Fowl, the number one bestseller by Eoin Colfer. THE FAIRIES ARE IN TROUBLE Goblin gangs (exactly as bad as it sounds) are planning an uprising, and it looks like they've had human help. Holly Short is convinced it's her old nemesis, Artemis Fowl. But, for once, Artemis is innocent. He's too busy getting his father back from the Arctic Circle, where the Russian Mafia (also very bad) is holding him prisoner. All Artemis has to do is clear his name, face the biggest criminal organisations in the world and avoid freezing to death. At least it'll get him out of the house . . . The misadventure continues. 'Fast-paced, tongue in cheek . . . laugh-out-loud' - Sunday Times 'A huge hit' - The Guardian 'Artemis is a brilliant creation' - Anthony Horowitz ***The first book, Artemis Fowl was winner of the WHSmith Children's Book of the Year Award and Children's Book of the Year at the Children's Book Awards. Shortlisted for the Whitbread Children's Book of the Year Award.***
📖 Summary
Artemis Fowl and the Arctic Incident by Eoin Colfer is the fast-paced and witty second installment in the popular juvenile fiction series. Published in 2002 across 248 pages, this adventure continues the misadventures of the brilliant criminal mastermind Artemis Fowl. In this thrilling chapter, the subterranean fairy world is facing a severe crisis. Goblin gangs are actively planning a major uprising, and all the evidence suggests that they have enlisted the help of a human collaborator. Holly Short, the steadfast elf officer, immediately suspects her old nemesis, Artemis Fowl, believing he is up to his usual high-tech criminal schemes. However, for once in his life, Artemis is entirely innocent of fairy-related crimes. Instead, the young genius is completely preoccupied with a much more personal and dangerous mission. His father is being held prisoner in the freezing expanse of the Arctic Circle by the ruthless Russian Mafia. To save his father, Artemis must navigate a perilous web of mortal danger, clear his name of the goblin conspiracy allegations, face off against the biggest criminal organizations in the world, and somehow avoid freezing to death in the harsh northern wilderness. The story blends high-stakes action with a distinct tongue-in-cheek humor that has earned praise from major publications like the Sunday Times and The Guardian. As Artemis teams up with unlikely allies and utilizes his remarkable intellect, readers are treated to a laugh-out-loud journey that expands upon the unique lore of the underground fairy civilization. Balancing the gritty realism of the Russian Mafia with the magical, high-tech ingenuity of the Lower Elements Police, this novel delivers a captivating experience for fans of juvenile fiction. Whether he is trying to outsmart fairy law enforcement or negotiate with dangerous human criminals, Artemis proves that he is always ready for a challenge that gets him out of the house and into the thick of the action.
🎯 Key Lessons
⚖️ Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
Fast-paced and exciting narrative style
Engaging mix of magic and gritty criminal organizations
Humorous and witty dialogue
Expands well on established series characters
⚠️ Cons
May feel too short for readers wanting a more expansive epic
Requires familiarity with the first book to fully appreciate character dynamics
✍️ About the Author
Eoin Colfer (b. 1965) is an Irish author best known for the 'Artemis Fowl' series, a bestselling blend of fantasy and science fiction for young readers.
View all books →❓ FAQ
Who is the author of Artemis Fowl and The Arctic Incident? +
The book was written by Eoin Colfer.
When was this book published? +
It was published in 2002.
How many pages are in the book? +
The book contains 248 pages.
Who is holding Artemis Fowl's father prisoner? +
His father is being held prisoner by the Russian Mafia in the Arctic Circle.
Why does Holly Short suspect Artemis Fowl? +
She believes he is helping goblin gangs plan an uprising against the fairy world.
