Helpful Score: 4
This book felt a little slow at the start and I was thinking that I liked this first book better. But midway through, it really picked up and the end had me excited and reading quickly.
Helpful Score: 3
lots of fun. More development of the ethical implications of Artemis' actions. Definitely makes me want to read more of the series.
Helpful Score: 2
The second book in the Artemis Fowl series, it was a quick read, very entertaining. The same characters that we saw in the first book, with a few new faces, and an entirely new evil plot by the now-13-year-old criminal mastermind. Very good for a quick and easy read.
Helpful Score: 2
A science fiction/fantasy story that children and adults will love!!
Julien C. (jaimelesmaths) reviewed The Arctic Incident (Artemis Fowl, Bk 2) on + 54 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Not at all as good as the first one, nor as funny. Except for the protagonist, characters seemed one dimensional. No big plot surprises either. While the first book could capture an adult audience, this one really cannot. I do not plan on continuing with the series.
Helpful Score: 1
This is one of the Eoin Colfer classics - possibly the best in the Artemis Fowl series. Just a great fairy tale. Don't be fooled by the word 'fairy': it has a load of shooting and science fiction! Make sure you read Artemis Fowl first.
Very interesting and exciting and original story! Can't wait to read the others!
This book was very good and the character Artemis is becoming more likable, if it's possible as he's trying to be a criminal mastermind. His connections with the fairies is definitely improving his demeanor and I'm looking forward to reading more books in the series.
Science Fiction Mystery
This is Book 2 in Colfer's Artemis Fowl series - I read the first one, wasn't all that into it, but sort of wanted to like the series enough that I read this one too. Nope - still wasn't very into it.
In this one, the 13-year-old amoral genius Artemis Fowl gets a little bit less amoral, as he ventures to the radioactive (why?) Arctic to rescue his father, who's been kidnapped by the Russian "Mafiya." At the same time, the LEPrecon headquarters gets taken over by a traitor in their midst, and in order for them to both solve their problems, Artemis and the fairy Holly Short must team together - and even recruit a criminal dwarf to help out.
The book is, I believe, aimed at kids around 10-12 years old. It's a bit too simplistic for me, I can't get into the Fairy Police Force being exactly like a human police force, and the humor is rather crude (lots of fart jokes).
This may be other people's cup of tea... but not really mine.
In this one, the 13-year-old amoral genius Artemis Fowl gets a little bit less amoral, as he ventures to the radioactive (why?) Arctic to rescue his father, who's been kidnapped by the Russian "Mafiya." At the same time, the LEPrecon headquarters gets taken over by a traitor in their midst, and in order for them to both solve their problems, Artemis and the fairy Holly Short must team together - and even recruit a criminal dwarf to help out.
The book is, I believe, aimed at kids around 10-12 years old. It's a bit too simplistic for me, I can't get into the Fairy Police Force being exactly like a human police force, and the humor is rather crude (lots of fart jokes).
This may be other people's cup of tea... but not really mine.
Brendan M. (crookedbird) reviewed The Arctic Incident (Artemis Fowl, Bk 2) on + 23 more book reviews
This is a great series for all ages. Quick light reads that are quite entertaining.
Kristine S. (NHBookLover) reviewed The Arctic Incident (Artemis Fowl, Bk 2) on + 293 more book reviews
Cute book. Artemis is a genius! Enjoyed it.
This series is great for young readers who like Harry Potter or Eragon. It is also an easier read then the above books.
Great follow up to the first Artemis Fowl book!
I really enjoyed this book. A good sequel to the original.
Wonderful sequel to a wonderful book.
Very engaging book. I was surprised how much I liked it, as an adult. The author spins a fun tale about a boy-genius who discovers the covert world of fairies and their police force.
At the start of his second adventure, Artemis is at boarding school in Ireland when he receives an urgent video email from Russia. In it is a plea from a man who has been kidnapped by the Russian Mafiya-a man Aretemis had thought he would never see again; his beloved father. As Artemis rushes to his recue, he is stopped by a familiar nemesis, Captain Holly Short ofteh LEPrecon fairy police. But this time, instead of battling fairies, he is going to have to join forces with them if he wants to save one of the few people in the world he loves.
Really cute story line. My husband likes this series more than I do.
The worlds most youngetst, brightest,and dangerous mastermind is back!
This is a great kids read.
Second book in the Artemis Foul series. Artemis finds his father with the help of the fairies.
A nice, easy read.
great book!!!!
YOUNG ADULT BOOK. FAST, FUNNY & VERY EXCITING.
I enjoyed this second book in the Artemis Fowl series. I especially liked how Artemis, Butler, Holly and Commander Root worked together to save the day. I look forward to reading the next book in the series, The Eternity Code.
My son loves this series and he's picky about books.
Lysandra M. (confusedbutcute) reviewed The Arctic Incident (Artemis Fowl, Bk 2) on + 42 more book reviews
I'd looked at the book several times, trying to decide if I would read it. It's a kid's book and I figured it wouldn't be as great as the description on the back cover. It was a good story line but it wasn't as great as I wanted it to be.
This one's just as good if not better than the first of the series. More emotional, too.
My son loves this entire series. Some nice twists. Not the same old...
Artemis Fowl--beloved by both my children--re-read!
JENNIFER C. (jenferbooks) reviewed The Arctic Incident (Artemis Fowl, Bk 2) on + 17 more book reviews
Continued well from 1st book.
Christine H. (solarawynn) reviewed The Arctic Incident (Artemis Fowl, Bk 2) on + 724 more book reviews
Enjoyed this book.
I didn't read it. I wasn't in the mood for such an adventure.
