Multiple choice general knowledge How many years Minerva Paradizo who debuts in The Lost Colony is younger than Artemis 3 1 4 2 Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation In 'The Lost Colony' Artemis Fowl book, Minerva Paradizo is 2 years younger than Artemis. At the time they meet, Artemis is 14 and Minerva is 12. This age difference is relevant as they are both child prodigies who become romantic rivals of sorts.