The Golden Compass, by Philip Pullman [YA Fiction, YA book on CD]
by Wendy, 12th grader
When I first read Philip Pullman’s The Golden Compass, I was absolutely hooked by the world, the characters, and the plot. I didn’t think it could get any better. I was wrong. The audiobook takes the novel to a whole new level. Narrated by Pullman himself and a full cast, if you didn’t feel anything reading it silently, you will feel it when you hear it acted out. I had chills down my spine during one of the more dramatic moments (corny-sounding, but listen and you’ll know what I mean). Lyra Belaqua’s voice is perfect. Superb acting and narrating on Pullman’s part. A worthy investment for those fans of Pullman who are waiting for the movie — just watch out, Iorek Byrnison’s voice will make you laugh.
December 11, 2007 at 7:17 pm |
i looooooooove this book!!! it’s got the most brilliant, unique plot that nobody would ever have had the temerity to even think of (except for the author, of course)!!! beautifully written, too. don’t be put off by the destroying God bit. the way i see it is, they’re trying to get rid of corrupt and evil authority and govern their own lives. the corrupt authority just happens to be God, is all. i’m a PK and i am not offended.