Part of His Dark Materials, book 3.6
First published 2020
Lyra Silvertongue and her daemon Pantalaimon journey back to the frozen North, leaving behind the world-shaking events that once defined their lives. They seek out an old friend in familiar territory, but this return carries unexpected weight. Serafina Pekkala has already shared news of Lyra's recent exploits, and her friend greets her by her new name with knowing warmth. Yet beneath the surface of this reunion, something feels different. The North holds secrets that challenge what Lyra believes she understands about her changed world. This brief glimpse into their transformed existence reveals that even in quieter moments, nothing remains quite as it appears. The story captures Lyra and Pan in a transitional space between their legendary past and an uncertain future, where old friendships offer both comfort and revelation.
Genres: fiction, literary-fiction, adventure, fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, transitional-space
Setting: North
67 pages · Hardcover · Puffin