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danielnski 's review for:
The Golden Compass
by Philip Pullman
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
It was very interesting revisiting this book as an adult. Lyra is a great character and I find the world mesmerizing. Not all of the plot points held my attention equally, but the parts that are good are really good!
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Kidnapping, Murder, Abandonment