Ever since Northern Lights, Pullman has invited controversy, and his latest novel appears to do just that. Written as part of the Canongate "Myths" series, Pullman rewrites the life of Christ. Or does he? In some ways, I was rather disappointed with Pullman's version - though this may be his writing style - intensely pragmatic - but it did provide interesting ideas and an ending as ambiguous and tantalising as that of the original. Worth a try.
(Ferelith Hordon - bwl 57 Summer 2010 ) |
