Review of "The Arctic Incident"
By Eoin ColferMiramax, 2002
Review by Su Terry on May 27th 2004

The Arctic Incident (Artemis Fowl, Book 2) by Eoin Colfer is the second book in the Artemis Fowl series. It is a well-written, fun filled fantasy for children. It continues the story of Artemis Fowl, now 13-year old, the boy genius and anti-hero sets out to save his father from the Russian Mafiya (sic).
Artemis
Fowl is set on an estate on the outskirts of
Artemis
Fowl continues to ride on
the popularity of Harry Potter, but
in its own unique way. In Book II, Artemis Fowl becomes more likeable. As his
love for his father becomes more apparent, his selfish behavior begins to fade
away. Also in Book II, not only does the human-fairy alliance grow and deepen,
but so do the many relationships and partnerships. As the relationships grow,
the quips and verbal sparring also intensifies. In my opinion, Book II has a
more interesting plot than Book I, however the story
flow was rough at times. I found myself rereading sections trying to figure out
who was doing what to whom or how some one ended up somewhere.
Eoin Colfer
is a former elementary school teacher. His first novel, Benny and Omar, was a bestseller in
The Arctic Incident (Artemis Fowl, Book 2) by Eoin Colfer is the second book in the "Artemis Fowl series". The series is interesting, but not as challenging to read for a young reader or as daunting to lift as the Harry Potter series. The book is recommended for ages 10 years and up. I recommend this book.
© 2004 Su Terry
Su Terry: Education: B.A. in History from
Sacred Heart University, M.L.S. in Library Science from Southern Connecticut
State College, M.R.S. in Religious Studies/Pastoral Counseling from Fairfield
University, a M.Div. in Professional Ministry from
New Brunswick Theological Seminary, a Certificate in Spirituality/Spiritual
Direction from Sacred Heart University. She is a Licensed Minister of the
United Church of Christ and an Assistant Professor in Library Science at