The book of dust. Volume two, The secret commonwealth
- 784pages
- 28 heures de lecture
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.