The Golden Compass

Author: Philip Pullman

As an atheist, it's nice to occasionally come across a book that is anti-religion and anti-god. The problem is that atheists tend not to think magic is real, either. So, as usual, it is necessary to put aside any philosophical considerations and enjoy the book as a work of fiction only.

As a work of fiction, this book did not particularly impress me. It served as light reading, but I wouldn't recommend it over other books of its kind.