The Golden CompassThe brilliant and acclaimed fantasy novel that caused a sensation is back in paperback -- the same month as the paperback debut of its stunning sequel, The Subtle Knife Young Lyra's uncle, Lord Asriel, returns from the far North with tales of terrible danger and of a child severed from its daemon familiar.Soon, accompanied by her own daemon and aided by gypsies, witch clans, and formidable armored bears, Lyra sets out to save kidnapped children and their familiars from hideous experiments. And greater mystery awaits....One of the best fantasy/adventure stories I have read in years. -- Terry BrooksSuperb ... Wonder-filled... Offers moral complexity as well as heart-stopping adventures. -- The Washington Post Book WorldVery Grand Indeed ... Scene after scene of power and beauty. -- The New York TimesA Rousing, Page-Turning Adventure that promise to please fantasy readers of all ages. -- Library Journal (starred review) |
