The Time Paradox (Artemis Fowl, Book 6)

  Author:    Eoin Colfer
  ISBN:    1423108361
  Sales Rank:    90
  Published:    2008-07-15
  Publisher:    Hyperion
  # Pages:    400
  Binding:    Hardcover
  Avg. Rating:    4.0 based on 33 reviews
  Used Offers:    14 from $8.49
  Amazon Price:    $10.79
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08-17-08 5 (NA)
(Hide Review...)  Artemis Fowl, book 6
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I got this book for my son for his 11th birthday. He loved it. He read it so fast.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-20 02:41:27 EST)
08-15-08 2 (NA)
(Hide Review...)  Green cover, Green agenda.
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What this book is really about is green propaganda. I am all for conservation, etc but PLEASE don't beat me over the head with it when I am just wanting a good read. I adore the other AF books and think they are creative genius. However, I got 30 pages into this one and wanted to barf. There was some reference to conservation, ecology, pollution and/or (I kid you not) carbon footprints every couple of pages. I was just so annoyed at being preached to that I had to stop reading. Come on, Colfer! The earth is great. Let's keep it safe. We get it already!!! Now get back to storytelling!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-18 01:17:56 EST)
08-15-08 3 1\1
(Hide Review...)  Not Eoin Colfer's Best
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Having faithfully followed the Artemis Fowl series since its beginning, I have to say I was a bit dissapointed with The Time Paradox. In the previous books Colfer was very good at continuity, but in AF:TTP he decides to ignore the characters (i.e. Minerva Paradizo) he brought in during The Lost Colony. Although I was not a big fan of Minerva's (I found her pretty irritating), I read AF:TTP wondering where she had gotten to, or if she would show up later in the book. She does not. Despite this, I liked how Colfer put older Artemis in situations where he had no gadgets or backup other than Holly--something that Artemis is not used to. The constant battle between young Artemis and older Artemis, and how they resolved their conflict was awesome as well.

It is still humorous and smart, the trademark of the Artemis Fowl series, but I think Colfer seems to be tiring writing for Artemis. Nevertheless, a mediocre Artemis Fowl is a lot better than some other writer's magnum opus.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-18 01:17:56 EST)
08-11-08 1 0\1
(Hide Review...)  Why change readers?
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I, too , was incredibly disappointed by the reader choice for this 6th Artemis Fowl adventure. A similar situation occured during the A Series of Unfortunate Events and ruined the middle of the series (even more of a shock moving from Tim Curry with his British accent to Lemony Snicket with his American accent!).

If the initial reader is unavailable, why not simply hold the audio until he or she can read it?

This reader (and Lemony Snicket) would be great for certain titles, but not for an existing series where the listeners are already attuned to a certain voice. I agree that Mr Parker's acting of the text is what made the books such fun to hear.

Imagine Harry Potter without Jim Dale (or for the British listeners, Stephen Fry). One series, one reader, please!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-16 01:17:15 EST)
08-10-08 5 (NA)
(Hide Review...)  Great Book
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A great addition to the Artemis Fowl series. If you like the other books in this series, you'll love this one.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-16 01:17:15 EST)
08-08-08 5 (NA)
(Hide Review...)  Adored it, as Always
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I absolutely, completely, with every single fiber of my being adored this book. Really, there'e not much else to say. Although it was rather different from the others, I think it's charm still holds. The characters are as witty and lovable as ever, and I find the topic fascinating (SPOILER WARNING:Plus I have been a huge Holly/Artemis shipper since the dawn of Artemis Fowl, and I feel very vindicated after reading this) . A "Time Paradox" is an interesting theory that is explored well in this tale. Full of humor, adventure, and a few very clever twists and turns, this book easily deserves five stars, is a worthy addition to the excellent series, and I would recommend it to anyone no matter what genre of book they are into.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-08 01:15:10 EST)
08-08-08 5 (NA)
(Hide Review...)  Adored it, as Always
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I absolutely, completely, with every single fiber of my being adored this book. Really, there'e not much else to say. Although it was rather different from the others, I think it's charm still holds. The characters are as witty and lovable as ever, and I find the topic fascinating (SPOILER WARNING:Plus I have been a huge Holly/Artemis shipper since the dawn of Artemis Fowl, and I feel very vindicated after reading this) . A "Time Paradox" is an interesting theory that is explored well in this tale. Full of humor, adventure, and a few very clever twists and turns, this book easily deserves five stars, is a worthy addition to the excellent series, and I would recommend it to anyone no matter what genre of book they are into.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-11 01:15:46 EST)
08-05-08 3 (NA)
(Hide Review...)  Book-great!, Audio CD-awful
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As mentioned by others, the audio version was just plain terrible. I really loved Nathaniel Parker's version, his voices, his pitch and pace, they were all right on. I knew each character by their (Mr. Parker's) voice, and his reading mirrored exactly what I thought the individual characters sounded like.

This guy? Needs lessons in reading for others. Not only does he dispense with Artemis' (and his father's) Irish accent, but every other character sounds exactly alike. If there weren't dialog tags at the end of sentences, I'd never know who spoke.

The purpose of the CD is to LISTEN to the characters, just have someone else read to me. If I wanted that, I'd tape myself.

As for the story itself, I miss certain aspects of the previous books, but yes, Artemis is growing up. I can accept that, even if the reason I first loved the stories was because of his cunning and craftiness.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-08 01:15:10 EST)
08-05-08 5 (NA)
(Hide Review...)  Much to enjoy here for fans of the series
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A lot has changed in the three years that Artemis Fowl was missing, battling demons in Limbo. In the sixth installment of Eoin Colfer's series about the teenage genius, we find that the ruthless Artemis has turned over a new leaf. He now has two little brothers to teach the ways of the world and friends he cares about. But his new and tranquil world is thrown into swirling chaos when his mother contracts a rare disease, a disease that can only be cured by the brain fluid of an extinct lemur --- an animal that was wiped off the face of the earth by a younger and desperate Artemis.

With the help of his fairy friends, Artemis and Captain Holly Short travel back in time where they must match wits with a younger Artemis. Colfer uses the battle of the Fowls to show just how much Artemis has changed over the course of five novels. The young boy genius is utterly ruthless. He will do whatever it takes to save his father, demonstrate his intelligence and, most importantly, win. Older Artemis is also desperate to save a parent, his mother, but he retains a basic humanity.

While the younger Artemis has the loyal super agent Butler on his side, Artemis the elder has a familiar cast of friends like Captain Short and the flatulent dwarf Mulch Diggums. Possession of the last lemur on Earth changes hands between the two Artemises until the younger Artemis is willing to let the lemur go. He's after bigger and even more rare prey, like a real-life fairy, that he can sell at a significant profit.

Dr. Damon Kronski is the leader of a new group of villains in the Fowl mythos. The Extinctionists are a cabal of super wealthy tycoons from around the world. All the traditional thrills and vices hold no more excitement for The Extinctionists. They get their kicks by extinguishing the last flame of life from an entire species. They are after the lemur for their yearly meeting, but Kronski knows that a new species of intelligent life will get even more attention and press coverage for the gathering. The younger Artemis is going to sell not only the lemur but Captain Holly Short herself to the lunatic Kronski. Only the future Artemis can save Captain Short, his mother and the entire planet. When Artemis infiltrates The Extinctionists, he realizes that Kronski is only the front man for an even more dangerous opponent.

Colfer is at his best here, with his trademark blend of sly humor, fairy magic and a dynamic and fast-moving plot. He is a master at keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Almost every chapter ends with a cliffhanger of sorts, as Artemis and friends continue to escape from a myriad of impossible situations. The book, humming along so nicely, falters a bit with the revelation that a hidden enemy is the secret mastermind behind the entire plot and Colfer isn't quite able to neatly tie together a very complicated conclusion. Some fans might also be disappointed in the new and more mature Artemis Fowl. Although we get treated to a vintage 10-year-old Artemis, the older Artemis has lost his trademark witticisms and smug manner.

Still, there is much to enjoy here for fans of the series, and Artemis continues to grow and mature right alongside his readership. Colfer has indicated on his blog that this may be the final installment in the series, and it is definitely the last Artemis Fowl book for at least three years as he concentrates on other projects.

--- Reviewed by Jonathan Snowden
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-08 01:15:10 EST)
08-04-08 5 (NA)
(Hide Review...)  An Explosive Ending
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Unlike the other artemis fowl books, in The time paradox, by Eoin Colfer, Artemis is going back in time to undo something he did and save his mother from a rare fairy disease. In doing so he faced his toughest enemy yet, plus some old ones. All the same, I couldn't put it down. It had a great plot with some interesting twists and a good ending. As usual, this book is a mix of sci-fi and fantasy. All in all it was a great book!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-08 01:15:10 EST)
08-02-08 5 (NA)
(Hide Review...)  Courtesy of Teens Read Too
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As an ardent fan of Artemis Fowl from the first book onward, I was more than just a little excited to find out that THE TIME PARADOX was in the works. The previous book in the series, THE LOST COLONY, was one of my favorites, and it opened so many doors that I wanted desperately to see explored. After reading THE TIME PARADOX over the course of a single day, my reactions are mixed, but one thing's for sure: with Artemis Fowl in the mix, there's never a dull moment.

The storyline opens only a short while after the end of the previous book. Fourteen-year-old genius Artemis Fowl has been out of his home time for nearly three years as the result of the events of THE LOST COLONY, and the world has changed around him. But the presence of younger twin brothers at Fowl Manor is not nearly as surprising as the fact that Artemis has managed to retain some of the fairy magic that he stole while in the time tunnel, making himself part magical in turn. Early on in the story, the readers find out that Artemis has used this small magic to mesmerize his parents into forgetting all about his three-year disappearance, and is learning how to control it for specific purposes.

So when Artemis's mother develops symptoms of several deadly illnesses overnight, Artemis's first instinct is to use his fairy magic to save her. When that fails, draining all of the magic out of Artemis, his first call is to Holly Short, reinstated Captain in the Lower Elements Police. Holly arrives and diagnoses Artemis's mother with a rare disease known as spelltropy, usually passed between magic users by the use of power. The only cure is the brain fluid of a silky sifaka lemur--a species that became extinct nearly eight years ago, thanks to the work of a younger Artemis Fowl desperate for money to fuel the search for his then-missing father.

Artemis is convinced there's a simple solution to this problem: go back in time using the magic of demon warlock No. 1 and steal the lemur from his younger self before returning to his own time. Of course, with Artemis involved, nothing could ever really be that simple. Nonetheless, he and Holly both make the journey almost eight years back in time to outsmart the ten-year-old Artemis and a group of Extinctionists bent upon getting their hands on the lemur--not to mention a mysterious third player who may be manipulating everyone from behind the scenes.

The storytelling is vivid, the jokes are always funny, the puns are horrendous in the best of ways. The repartee between Artemis and Holly gets better in every book. But for whatever reason, I didn't enjoy this Fowl adventure as much as I did previous ones. It seemed somehow like there was less at stake. It was an interesting ploy, since the "villain" Artemis faces off against for the first half of the story is himself, but a lot of the major weight of the story felt psychological.

Of course, there were the requisite explosions and high-speed cross-country chases, but the focus of this book seemed to be more upon the minds of the characters involved, particularly Artemis and Holly, and their relationships to their own pasts. That's not to say the book wasn't good--it just had a different kind of depth from the others, one that I probably couldn't fully appreciate on a first reading. Some of the doors opened in THE LOST COLONY were closed rather suddenly, in my opinion, or led down passageways I hadn't thought they would explore, so that the main developments of this book were not what I thought they would be at all. But then, what would be the fun of a predictable book?

If Colfer is one thing consistently as a writer, it's unpredictable, and this book is no exception.

Reviewed by: Candace Cunard
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-05 02:53:25 EST)
08-02-08 4 21\25
(Hide Review...)  Artemis gets Kraken
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Those who have been faithfully following this series will know that this is book six of the adventures of the teenaged criminal mastermind, Artemis Fowl II.

Picking up at Fowl Manor, we learn that three years have passed while Artemis was otherwise occupied, and that he now has two brothers, twins named Beckett and Myles. This book goes in a different direction to the previous plot, making no mention of some of the characters introduced in The Lost Colony. There are references to certain events, but other than the main characters, most of the story is new material.

As the title implies, an older and more mature Artemis Fowl enlists the help of his friend Captain Holly Short, dwarf Mulch Diggums and the imp warlock No.1 to journey to the past to correct a mistake he made earlier in his eventful life. His mother has contracted a rare disease that can only be cured by an extract from the brain of an extinct lemur, and ironically, the extinction was hastened by young Fowl himself.

The time trip gets very complicated when Artemis matches wits with his younger self, and rescuing the lemur from Dr. Damon Kronski, leader of the Extinctionists cult, proves to be much easier planned than achieved. To make it more complicated, there's now a fledgling romantic situation in play, and the return of an enemy from the past who also wants possession of the lemur.

Artemis isn't as devious and diabolical as in earlier books, but to his credit, the kid is growing up and has other things on his mind. This book is action-packed with the usual gadgetry and humor, but as is the case with time paradoxes, it is sometimes hard to keep things straight. The plot also has several twists, obviously getting even twistier in the final chapters. The story ends with an obvious hint for another book.

And "What about the Kraken?" you may ask. Well, that part of the story is explosive, to say the least.



Amanda Richards, August 1, 2008
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-05 02:53:25 EST)
07-28-08 3 (NA)
(Hide Review...)  specifically about the Audio CDs
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Speaking strictly about the Audio CDs: I've had some trouble with the product, and wanted to mention it in case others find the same problem. The first disk would not play, would not load and was generally spit out of the players and drives I tried to use. I got someone else to put it into a laptop and figured out that there is something wrong with the first three tracks on that CD. When we finally got it to play, the first 3 tracks have poor sound quality: bumpy/skipping.popping sound that is close to unlistenable. It seems to be fine after that, but I havent listened to more that the first few seconds of later tracks and the other 8 CD's.

(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-02 07:01:52 EST)
07-28-08 2 4\7
(Hide Review...)  Very very sad
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My family loves Artemis~! We were so disappointed with book. We have been loyal listeners - likely having listened to each of the books at least 10 times. My husband and I are teachers and we are always begging students to read these books - we even had a AF3 party! I miss Foaly's wit and Mulch's jokes. The delivery was off. AF5 was the very best and sadly this one was just painful to listen to.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-02 07:01:52 EST)
07-28-08 2 5\6
(Hide Review...)  Audiobook disappointment
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My family & I have enjoyed the previous Fowl novels and, in particular, the Audio-CD versions. The prior 5 books were read by Nathaniel Parker who did just an astounding job creating distinct and what always seemed to be very appropriate voice characterizations of each of the books' varied human/ fairy characters.

For some unknown reason, this new novel is NOT read by Mr. Parker, but by Mr. Enn Reitel. While we have not finished the novel, we felt it necessary to express our displeasure at this change as Mr. Reitel's version is so far inferior to that of Mr. Parker that it is difficult to listen to. For example, Mr. Reitel voice's Artemus' bodyguard, Butler in what sounds like the cockney accent of a London chimney sweep from the 1800's which is totally inappropriate for the character.

Maybe we had just been spoiled by Nathaniel Parker, but this version is a supreme disappointment.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-02 07:01:52 EST)
07-28-08 4 2\2
(Hide Review...)  A Great Escape
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(SPOILERS)Another fast-paced Artemis book that was a lot of fun to read in a weekend. Like others who wrote in, I missed Butler and Minerva but didn't find her absence such a mystery at this point. They are, after all, both teenagers and should develop other relationships along what will hopefully be an on-again-off-again relationship throughout future storylines. Instead, I found the Holly & Artemis momentary romance to be endearing and humorous. I worry, though, about Artemis' developing character. Others commented on his not quite being his mastermind self and until the end of the book that is certainly true. I don't think any reader wants Artemis to be "nice". He walks a line that makes him interesting and dangerous and because his inner core really wants to do the right thing, it makes him likable despite himself. Some of that got lost in this edition. Overall, though, it's just another really entertaining and enjoyable sequel that makes me want to read what's next!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-08-02 07:01:52 EST)
07-26-08 5 1\1
(Hide Review...)  Great book, different feel
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This book was great! However, it did have a different feel from the others. Artemis has begun to mature from his criminal self, so obviously his character will be different from that of the first book. But this maturity can be seen throughout each book and was expected for this one. The general idea of facing one's self was very well written; Artemis' maturity can be seen very clearly. I greatly enjoyed this book, and look forward to any more that may be written!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-29 06:14:30 EST)
07-24-08 2 0\2
(Hide Review...)  A dissapointing read
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The Artemis Fowl books have been some of my favorites, until now. The series reached its climax with books 3 and 4 but it has been downhill from there.

The first 5 books have all had the occasional comment about how humans have ruined the earth. However, the Time Paradox really lays it on thick. In fact, it becomes the foundation for the entire plot. I felt like the story and characters were molded simply to convey a political standpoint. Reducing pollution and caring for the earth are good things, but I read fiction to escape and develop my imagination, not to be lectured.

Please Mr. Colfer! Stop now!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-26 06:16:10 EST)
07-24-08 5 (NA)
(Hide Review...)  Lighten up and enjoy
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I've read them all as have my kids (15 and 16). This is my 2nd favorite in the series (of course #1 has to be the favorite as it's the introduction to this world created by Colfer).

The reviews I've read are way too critical, I found this book to be great at adding new characters (new book coming up?). The villians are not the smartest, but I really enjoyed the read. Colfer had to have a breakout book like this to expand the characters, and I really liked it.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-26 06:16:10 EST)
07-24-08 4 1\1
(Hide Review...)  Enjoyable but discontinuous
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Colfer's plotting is in fine form as in other books in the series. It's as good as any other installment in terms of page-turning compulsiveness and interesting hijinks.

The 'discontinuous' aspect is that he seems to abandon a very obvious plot thread from the previous book with no explanation. It's as if a major plot thread from The Lost Colony never took place. In its place was a different plot thread that was (to me) not logical.

Spoiler ahead, as I get specific! Stop reading now if you like surprises.

Basically, the Minerva character from The Lost Colony disappears as if forgotten. Instead, we get an apparent romantic interaction between Holly and Artemis. While I admit when I first started reading AF that seemed the obvious way to go, after X books I had gotten the impression that their relationship was decidedly platonic by way of differing species, ages, heights, and personalities. It feels forced. Personally, I thought Minerva was well-drawn as a foil and a romantic peer. Especially the highly convenient age-equalizing trip to limbo. I kept thinking she would show up and do something interesting but, no. Not a single mention.

But, romance isn't what AF is about, so no real biggie. As far as devious plotting goes Artemis doesn't seem as sharp throughout the book until the end, but the endgame is great and kindof makes up for it. I'm not really a big fan of the ultimate villain, though.

Overall it's still a fun read and a worthy AF sequel.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-26 06:16:10 EST)
07-23-08 4 (NA)
(Hide Review...)  teen 007
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This is a great combination of modern lives and fantastic magical creatures coexisting together. It starts with a young, very intelligent and heartless boy, Artemis Fowl, who decides to follow his parents' trade after they lost not only all their gold to a bad investment, but also his father. He decides to fill his vaults with gold stolen from a magical fairy. He has an elaborate plan to go about it and finds help from his butler who is willing to do anything for him. Now in book 6 he is getting softer and travels through time to undo one of his other crimes... Does his love for the fairy Holly have anything to do with it? There is great technology and lots of magic in this book, coupled with great imagination. Good for ten years old and older.
Anna del C.
Author of "The Elf and the Princess"
The Elf and The Princess: The Silent Warrior Trilogy - Book One (The Silent Warrior Trilogy)
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-26 06:16:10 EST)
07-23-08 5 1\1
(Hide Review...)  Great Book, Different Feeling
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I believe that this book was the best in the series. Many do complain that it didn't have the same feel, and I agree. This book gave the characters a slightly different personality that seemed different comaperd to the last books. Still, I think that Eoin Colfer did this on purpose; he wouldn't undermine his own characters. I believe the new characteristics of Artemis and Holly(who were basically the only characters that were really put in the spotlight) were to show increased character development..... at first it felt awkward reading about some of the choices the characters made, but then i got absorbed into the character's new personality and i think that it made the book better. Also, something to keep in mind is that the younger Artemis acted just like he would have in the really first book. This young Artemis had the personality that we knew of at the beginning of the series. This goes to show that Colfer knew what he was doing, and didn't just forget his own character's personality overnight. He WANTED to depict the older Artemis differently.

The only thing I disliked about this book was that it didn't depict Artemis as a smart kid. Though he retained his personality, he wasn't revisited as a "Mastermind" in this book. Not that he wasn't smart. Just not like the old books. There was no planning or anything like that. I feel as though at least that should have been added in this book.

Other than that, this book was great. As long as fans of the other Fowl books open their minds as they approach The Time Paradox they should find it as enjoyable as i did.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-26 06:16:10 EST)
07-22-08 5 (NA)
(Hide Review...)  Best Artemis yet!!!!
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I thought this installment in the series was the best yet. Artemis is changing, his relationship with Holly is growing, and his heart is warming. I have already bought two more of Eoin Colfers books, just because I loved this one so much!!!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-24 06:12:18 EST)
07-22-08 3 (NA)
(Hide Review...)  Just not as good
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He should have stopped at #4 really.. 5 just went too far and this one is kind of ridiculous. Sure it's got the same nice balance of humor and action, but I just kept finding myself asking why on earth this book was written at all. Sure, big picture it's good, but for Colfer, it's just doesn't measure up to most of the others.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-24 06:12:18 EST)
07-22-08 2 0\4
(Hide Review...)  What Happened
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I love the Artemis Fowl series and this book brook my heart. He completelly forgot about characters he introduced in the end of book 5, then went on to fight the same villan for a 3rd time, just for her to do completelly uncharterist behaver and destroy the plots of 2 other books. He need to tell us things we dont already know. This isnt a new artemis fowl book its a bad prequal.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-24 06:12:18 EST)
07-19-08 3 0\1
(Hide Review...)  Good book but a let down after previous books in the series.
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While I would still consider this book good it was not nearly as good as the others in the series. One of the things that made this book less interesting was Artemis wasn't really himself, he didnt do any amazing plans he did not act all that smart until the end. I also was annoyed by the time limit, the time limit was explained by saying that when the characters went back in time they wouldnt be able to travel back to the present after 3 days because the magic would run out. Because of this all the events are crammed together making the book less enjoyable.

My final complaint and biggest contains a spoiler. Don't read the rest of the review if you have not read the book yet:

Ok the whole premise for the book makes no sense. Don't say I don't understand until you read this. Why does Artemis travel back in time? To save his mother from spelltropy. Now how did she get spelltropy? She didn't Opal comes into the future and fakes it. Now how does Opal come into the future if Artemis never needs to go into the past. She can't which means his mother would never have seemed to have Spelltropy and the book would have ended on page 5.

Another thing (sorry I know I said that the one above was the last.)

Ok so why does Artemis travel back in time? To get a lemur. Why does he need this lemur? To save his mother from "spelltropy" which she does not really have. Why do they think she has spelltropy? Because Opal came from the past into the future so that Artemis would steal a lemur for her. Who does Artemis steal this lemur from? Opal. Ok so she hired him to steal it from herself, if she had not she would've been able to keep the lemur.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-22 02:23:04 EST)
07-19-08 4 (NA)
(Hide Review...)  artemis vs artemis
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they say you are your own worst enemy
artemis has to go back in time to outsmart himself to save his mother, a touching story line. As much as I enjoy Colfer's work, this one came up short compared to his last 5 in the series. A great book, but the others are better.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-22 02:23:04 EST)
07-19-08 4 0\1
(Hide Review...)  Good Book
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Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R20JI2NA1UV8JJ I used some new software to have this book read to me via TAL, I hate having to actually read. But I love the content. I can't enjoy something and read it at the same time. For me to enjoy something I have to listen to it. All this technology is discussed in Don't Like to Read, Then Don't, Listen!: How to Turn Any Type of Text Into Audio Files That Can Be Read to You!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-22 02:23:04 EST)
07-17-08 3 (NA)
(Hide Review...)  Good!!!!!
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Artemis Fowl: The Time Paradox is a good book. I started reading the books on several friend recommendations and ordered books 1-5 off amazon that weekend. When I started reading them i immediatly loved them. So naturally I was excited a new one was coming out. This book I feel is a disapointment to fans of the series. When the 5th book ended and I heard there was going to be another I was speculating what was going to happen with characters from the 5th book that where introduced like that girl(drawing a blank forgot her name sorry) and the demons, not to mention artemis's brothers. Instead these characters are hardly to not even mentioned in the book. In conclusion if you are a fan of the series then buy the book. If not buy one of the eariler ones like the 2nd 3rd or 4th.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-19 01:24:24 EST)
07-16-08 2 1\12
(Hide Review...)  Artemis Fowl ... gets old?
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I picked up a copy of Artemis Fowl: Time Paradox as soon as I got off work on the first day the book was released- I've been a huge fan for years. I loved Book 5.

What a disappointment! The usual juvenile humor and silliness, usually hilariously executed, came off as cheesy or contrived. The wonderful character development woven over several books came unraveled as characters behaved, well, uncharacteristically. It was like the difference between watching Aladdin and the Return of Jafar: all the same faces, but something's just not right.

Anyway, perhaps it is time for Colfer to move on to new story lines. He ran out of steam on this one.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-19 01:24:24 EST)
07-16-08 5 4\4
(Hide Review...)  A True Delight (minor spoilers)
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I began reading these books when I was Artemis's age and having more-or-less grown up with him, I adored Time Paradox more than the other recent additions to the series. Three years passed in our world while Artemis was in Limbo in book five, so even though he is physically 14, he should be almost eighteen. It was wonderful to see a more mature Artemis, one with hormones, especially when he was interacting with his more ruthless, cold-hearted, ten-year-old self. I enjoyed the romance the most, as in my opinion, it's the only element this series has been lacking, and the pairing was one I have waited for since book one (no Minerva or even mention of her in this book!). Though we didn't get to see as much of Butler or Foaly as I would have liked, Holly and Mulch as the main supporting characters were excellent as usual. The contrast Colfer presented in the two Artemis was well done, and Artemis the Elder's introspection was interesting to read and showed how the character has matured over the series. We even get to see Root again, which was lovely. Truthfully, I am a little sick of Opal Koboi, and my one complaint is that the epilogue doesn't make sense (time paradox issues). The Extinctionists were hilarious (and creepy) and were the epitome of cartoon-esque bad guys. This book had AF trademark wild escapades, witty dialogue, plot twists, and it made me laugh aloud many times, something that none of the previous books have done. I recommend it to anyone, young or old, who has ever been a fan of AF.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-19 01:24:24 EST)
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(Hide Review...)  Genius vs. genius
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I couldn't put The Time Paradox down. Like the previous Fowl books, this one is brimming with sly humor, re-imagining fairies that pack heat and have super-cool gadgets. What kept the pages turning for me, however, was the idea of traveling back in time to interact with yourself.

In The Time Paradox, instead of plotting the perfect crime as in earlier installments, this time Artemis Fowl races to undo one of his previous criminal acts. This sets in motion a showdown between the teenage genius and his younger, more heartless self.

My favorite Harry Potter book, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, dealt with the same intriguing situation. Harry and Hermione went back in time to right a terrible wrong, and had to save the day while occupying the same time and space as their earlier, clueless selves. They were successful in part because they never directly faced themselves. In The Time Paradox, Artemis Fowl doesn't have that good fortune.

Fans of the Fowl series will recognize many of the memorable characters here. Antihero Artemis Fowl himself, an autocratic teenage genius. Plucky elf Captain Holly Short of the elite LEPrecon (Lower Elements Police Reconnaissance). The explosively flatulent dwarf Mulch Diggums. Evil pixie Opal Koboi.

This book has something for everyone. It's a fairy tale with high-tech James Bond gadgetry. The action is nonstop. Author Colfer handles the fledgling love story between elf Holly and human Artemis with delicacy. It's a bit of a tearjerker, with Artemis's beloved mom near death. It's a morality play, about the extinction of a sweet and curious lemur species.

It may be a bit hard to follow if you haven't read the previous books, but it's still plenty diverting. It will make you want to pick up the earlier installments.

Other Eoin Colfer books include Artemis Fowl, Artemis Fowl: The Arctic Incident, Artemis Fowl and the Eternity Code, Artemis Fowl (The Opal Deception), The Lost Colony, Airman, Half Moon Investigations, The Supernaturalist and The Wish List.

Here's the chapter list:

Prologue
1. Espresso and Treacle
2. The World's Biggest
3. Echoes of Magic
4. Monkey's Uncle
5. I Now Pronounce You
6. I to I
7. Talk to the Animals
8. A Blob of Phlegm
9. The Prince Frog
10. A Fowl Mood
11. Pigeon Droppings
12. Gone Forever
13. The Hairy One is Dead
14. The Hole in the Ace
15. Murder Most Fowl
16. A Team of Hairdressers
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-16 11:47:27 EST)
  
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