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Serpentine

A short story from the world of His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust

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Serpentine

By: Philip Pullman, Tom Duxbury
Narrated by: Olivia Colman
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About this listen

A story in the Arctic from the world of His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust by master storyteller, Philip Pullman and read by Olivia Colman.


'Lyra Silvertongue, you're very welcome . . . Yes, I know your new name. Serafina Pekkala told me everything about your exploits'

Lyra and her daemon Pantalaimon have left the events of His Dark Materials far behind.
In this snapshot of their forever-changed lives they return to the North to visit an old friend,
where we will learn that things are not exactly as they seem . . .

The perfect re-entry for fans of His Dark Materials and a wonderful companion to The Book of Dust,
Serpentine is a brand-new special read for Pullman fans old and new.


'It's a stunning achievement, the universe Pullman has created and continues to build on'
New York Times

'Pullman is an easeful storyteller and an intricate and inventive world-builder, and everything he has to write is worth reading'
Telegraph

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Very short but worth the listen as it is another thread to the 'Lira' story

short but worth the listen

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Nice little edition to my collection. Keeping me going during my trilogy drought. Looking forward to the conclusion of dust.

keeping Me Going

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Extremely short, and I wasn't mad about the voice Coleman gives Pan. But it's a sweet story that happens after 'Amber Spyglass' and if you've read Commonwealth, let's be honest - you need some sweetness.

A little comfort

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A brilliant short story from the world of Philip Pullman. They way he managed to fit in a gripping, detailed and emotional narrative in such a small space really does show how beautiful the world of His Dark Materials is. Olivia Coleman was the perfect choice for this reading too. I can't wait to dive into this world again.

A Beautiful Excerpt

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An utter joy to have just a few more moments in this world. can't wait for the final Book of Dust installment. A great little addition and wonderfully read.

I Loathe Leaving This World.

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