The Subtle Knife: His Dark Materials 2
now a major BBC TV series
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4.5 • 178 Ratings
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- £4.99
Publisher Description
From the world of Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials.
She had asked: What is he? A friend or an enemy?
The alethiometer answered: He is a murderer.
When she saw the answer, she relaxed at once.
Lyra finds herself in a shimmering, haunted otherworld – Cittàgazze, where soul-eating Spectres stalk the streets and wingbeats of distant angels sound against the sky.
But she is not without allies: twelve-year-old Will Parry, fleeing for his life after taking another's, has also stumbled into this strange new realm.
On a perilous journey from world to world, Lyra and Will uncover a deadly secret: an object of extraordinary and devastating power.
And with every step, they move closer to an even greater threat – and the shattering truth of their own destiny.
Customer Reviews
A sad ending
I loved the first book and I expected this one to be great, and, after a slow start I finally got into it. In this book we were able to learn more about Will and Mrs Coulter’s greed for Lyra. The end was very sad and I definitely wasn’t expecting it. A great read but I do feel like this book could’ve have been improved.
The Subtle Knife
This is my favourite book ever and I loved reading it. It had so many exciting twists and so much detail. It was also fast-moving. I think everybody should read it and be astonished on how amazing it is! I have read many books and this is my absolute favourite. You SHOULD read or listen to it now. I can’t wait to read number 3.
Clever , gripping
This was a re read from the 90s after just reading the two new , ‘Books of Dust’. Was impressed again at how well written and engaging it was. I had issues with the Amber Spyglass but after re reading it next maybe it will resolve. I began the series with my then 11 year old daughter now over 30 and we are still reading and sharing the books.