Philip Pullman: Northern Lights

This is a stunning fantasy novel from author Philip Pullman which begins the epic His Dark Materials series. Seemingly set in a world similar to ours, it takes only a few pages to realise that the world in this book is certainly not our own.

Here people are constantly accompanied by their daemon _ a manifestation of their soul in animal form. Here also it becomes apparent that magic, science and theology are closely linked and personal rivalries abound.

When Lyra sneaks into the master's private room out of curiosity, she does not imagine that it will catapult her in to the biggest adventure of her life.

This masterfully executed novel will not disappoint with its complex plot and well-drawn characters. A fast-paced adventure that has become a real classic.

Publisher: Scholastic

Price: $18.99

Age: 10-plus