Rumor has it that Artemis Fowl is responsible for every major crime of the new century. At just twelve years old, he's already a criminal mastermind, determined to restore his family's fortune through corruption and kidnapping. More specifically, kidnapping a fairy for ransom. Artemis Fowl has discovered an underworld filled with armed, dangerous, and extremely advanced fairies. But perhaps he underestimated their powers. These fairies will defend themselves. Is this boy about to ignite a war between different species?