He kidnaps one of them, Holly Short, and holds her for ransom in an effort to restore his family's fortune.
But he may have underestimated the fairies' powers. Is he about to trigger a cross-species war?
"Will grab your interest, no matter what your age."--The New York Post
"The world that Colfer creates is as vivid and fantastical as any shire, gotham, or galaxy far, far away in recent memory."--Entertainment Weekly
"Colfer keeps the action moving with laughs and gadgetry. . .A treat for series fans."--Booklist
* "Agile prose, rapid-fire dialogue and wise-acre humor ensure that readers will burn the midnight oil to the finish."--Publishers Weekly (starred review)
* "A fitting end to a brilliantly conceived and developed series."--Kirkus (starred review)
"Fast-paced, funny, and wholly enjoyable, the book is an action-packed thrill ride."--VOYA
"This book is magical. . ."--The Washington Post
"The author once again offers an exhilarating ride through the fantastical world of Artemis Fowl."--School Library Journal