I was recommended this book by a friend who in love with the series. I was weary at first because of how weird the trailer for the movie looked. However, I gave in a finally bought it and I was happily impressed. Lyra is steadfast and brave. Although young, she has a profound look on life towards the end of the novel. She wants to do what is right for the world and even though she has made mistakes and trusted people she shouldn't have, she wants to right her wrongs. Constantly companioned by her daemon Pan, she sets off a journey to find her best friend Roger all the while running away from the evil Gobblers. I truly wish I had my own daemon because talking to yourself would seem less weird.