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The Book of Dust Series

Embark on an epic journey into a world where science and magic intertwine, and reality proves far more complex than it appears. This saga delves into profound themes of free will, rebellion against authority, and the intricate nature of the human soul. Follow the destinies of characters navigating the boundaries of knowledge, uncovering cosmic secrets, and striving for their own truths. It's an adventure that challenges the mind and leaves a lasting impression.

The book of dust. Volume two, The secret commonwealth
The Book of Dust: Volume one, La belle sauvage

Recommended Reading Order

  1. The Book of Dust: Volume one, La belle sauvage

    • 449 pages
    • 16 hours of reading

    Winner - Author of the Year, British Book Awards Philip Pullman's magnificent bestseller now in paperback, with new additional illustrations. A coming of age story like no other . . . Malcolm Polstead's Oxford life has been one of routine, ordinary even. He is happiest playing with his daemon, Asta, in their canoe, La Belle Sauvage. But now as the rain builds, the world around Malcolm and Asta is, it seems, set to become increasingly far from ordinary. Finding himself linked to a baby by the name of Lyra Belacqua, Malcolm is forced to undertake the challenge of his life and to make a dangerous journey that will change him and Lyra for ever . . .

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  2. The book of dust. Volume two, The secret commonwealth

    • 784 pages
    • 28 hours of reading

    Twenty years have passed since the events of La Belle Sauvage, and nearly a decade since readers last encountered Lyra Belacqua and Will Parry in the acclaimed His Dark Materials series. In this second volume of The Book of Dust, we find Lyra Silvertongue at twenty, navigating the complexities of her relationship with her daemon, Pantalaimon, in a world filled with unexpected dangers and hidden factions. Alongside her is Malcolm, who has evolved from a boy on a mission to save a baby from a flood into a man driven by duty and moral conviction. Their journey takes them beyond the familiar confines of Oxford, across Europe and into Asia, as they seek what has been lost—a city haunted by daemons, a secret buried in the desert, and the enigma of Dust. This narrative is a powerful adventure that challenges readers to reflect on self-discovery, maturity, and understanding the complexities of the world. With rich storytelling, the author crafts a tale that resonates deeply, showcasing the essence of growth and exploration in a vividly imagined universe.

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