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The universe has broken wide, and Lyra's friend lies dead. Desperate for answers and set on revenge, Lyra bursts into a new world in pursuit of his killer. Instead, she finds Will, just twelve years old and already a murderer himself. He's on a quest as fierce as Lyra's, and together they strike out into this sunlit otherworld.
On this journey marked by danger, Will and Lyra forge ahead. But with every step and each new horror, they move closer to the greatest threat of all—and the shattering truth of their own destiny.
In this stunning sequel to The Golden Compas, Philip Pullman continues His Dark Materials trilogy and confirms it as an undoubted and enduring classic.
AWARDS AND HONORS
ALA Best Books for Young Adults
Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year
Horn Book Fanfare Honor Book
Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
Blue Ribbon Book
Book Links Best Book of the Year
Parents' Choice Gold Book Award
American Bookseller "Pick of the Lists"
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"This series with a strong beginning does not let up here. Delightfully, the story intersects with our own world and timeline. Great and interesting new characters compliment the three different worlds explored here. The religiously controversial elements that this series is famous for comes to life here, but I say to those of all faiths - ride it out. Any alternative to traditional beliefs that leads to an analysis and discussion-worthy components should only inevitably strengthen what you have. Don't let the stigma prevent you from seeing a truly great story. It is also gritty. As with the first book, there is at least one shocking death you never see coming. Have the Amber Spyglass on hand and ready to go when you read this (as I wisely do), because you won't want to stop on the last page."
— David (5 out of 5 stars)
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— Magnus, 1/14/2021" Lovely book. ABSOLUTELY DO NOT READ THIS SERIES IF YOU ARE A SERIOUS CHURCH GOER. I am not a christian, so I didn't have any issues with this series. In fact, I found Pullman quite wise in some segments. "
— Dulcie, 2/9/2014" The jury is out on this book for me. I began to enjoy it more when Lyra came into the story, but the storyline with Will and his mother was dull, and the parts with the scientists I found myself skipping altogether. I liked the glimpses of the Spectres and the city run by children, and I did like the interaction between the children, but it's definitely a take-it-or-leave-it book for me. "
— Quinn, 2/3/2014" A somewhat disappointing by comparison sequel. The heroes less lovable, though that may have been a result of the darkness it brought. Usually I pine for darkness in a book though, especially YA. That being said the world is still created vividly, and the writing balance is still ideal. "
— Todd, 2/3/2014" Really good, especially towards the end "
— Mishal, 1/23/2014" just finished this series, thankyou anya for recommending them they were amazing!!! "
— Ella, 1/15/2014" Uh oh. The series is starting to get less good. "
— Adrien, 1/13/2014" I continue to be completely impressed by the 'Dark Materials' series. Absolutely gripping. "
— Phil, 1/7/2014" it gets MUCH better! the friendship dynamics and the codes are very interesting and it's nice to think about their weight and significance in real life. i love the incorporation of fantasy into an almost realistic setting and the dynamics between different human-like species :D "
— Bea, 12/31/2013" While not as strong as the first book, I enjoyed the entire story of the series as a whole. "
— Nicole, 12/28/2013Philip Pullman is the Whitbread Award–winning author of the bestselling His Dark Materials series—The Golden Compass, The Subtle Knife, and The Amber Spyglass—as well as the Sally Lockhart trio of Victorian mysteries and other books for young readers. Among his other awards, he has won the prestigious Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award in honor of the body of his work.
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