The Subtle Knife

The Subtle Knife is the second, captivating installment of the epic His Dark Materials trilogy. It continues Lyra Belacqua's incredible journey and expands the boundaries of the known worlds.
Following the events of "Northern Lights," Lyra, with her loyal dæmon Pantalaimon, embarks on a quest to find her father and seek answers about the mysterious Dust. Her path leads her to another world, where she meets Will Parry — a boy also on the run from his own past. Will possesses an extraordinary artifact: a magical knife capable of cutting windows between parallel worlds, opening up endless possibilities and unforeseen dangers.
Together, Lyra and Will are plunged into a maelstrom of events unfolding against a backdrop of a grand war brewing between powerful forces. They face terrifying murderers, enigmatic angels, and the ruthless Magisterium, which seeks to control all worlds. Their friendship strengthens through shared trials, and the fate of the entire multiverse depends on their decisions and courage.