Northern Lights, by Philip Pullman from The 10 Best Children's ooks

Pullman’s stories for young adults are complex and original. This novel launches his celebrated trilogy, ‘His Dark Materials’. In a parallel universe, Lyra travels to the Artic lands in search of her missing friend and imprisoned uncle. On her journey she discovers more about her own identity in this dazzling thriller. Best for: Ages 12+ In a nutshell: A fantasy modern classic