The best way I can sum things up is: an overambitious mix of philosophical reflections and comedic banter aimed at children. An aspect that I feel would've made for a far more interesting story. There is one interesting tidbit to be learned from all the over-analyzing that Lyra does, namely that some people can be at odds with their daemons. I suppose this is a children's story with the moral of respecting others' privacy. It starts out promising enough, leading the reader through a number of guilt-ridden musings, only to have them end up exactly where they've started. I'm struggling with how to write a coherent review opinion on this short story. For all that it's been quite a while since, our heroine still worries about the best way to approach her daemon about his trials during the separation. Overall, an enchanting work and my favorite piece by Philip Pullman.īack in The Amber Spyglass Lyra and Pantalaimon had to weather through their biggest trial yet: separating from each other in the Netherworld.

I wanted to hold onto to it for a bit more. With this book being so short, it felt like sand running through my hand. The Amber Spyglass had so many pages to feel at ease and bonded with the characters. The only downside to this book is that is like eating a half Fun size candy bar after eating a King size candy bar. The illustrations are gorgeous and add a stunning visual element to the book. This book is only for those who have read His Dark Materials Trilogy and specifically the last book, The Amber Spyglass because this book is filled with references to the last book. Lyra and Pan are back up North once again, and Lyra has a question. This is a short story written by Philip Pullman captured with beautiful illustrations.

She's back! Lyra and Pantalaimon that is! Check out my video on this book here.

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