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We met Lyra in 'The Golden Compass.' Philip Pullman's new book finishes her story

By Scott Detrow,
Avery Keatley, Mallory Yu
Published October 23, 2025 at 4:06 PM CDT

More than 25 years ago, Philip Pullman's first novel, The Golden Compass, introduced readers to heroine Lyra Belacqua. Now, more than 25 years later, her story comes to a close in The Rose Field.

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Scott Detrow
Scott Detrow is a White House correspondent for NPR and co-hosts the NPR Politics Podcast.
Avery Keatley
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Mallory Yu
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