Lirael

This is the second part of the Old World trilogy following Sabriel.

The story is set around 19 years after Sabriel was finished - lots has happened since then but new/old magic is emerging to threaten the Old Kingdom.

Lirael is a new character but we are quickly introduced to her and the world of the Clayr - who have the potential to see the future. The story starts in the north of the Kingdom in the Clayr Glacier but eventually moves south as Lirael leaves the Glacier on a rescue mission.

I didn't guess Lirael's connection to the Royal Family (although the clues were there) which probably increased my enjoyment of the book as I don't seem to be able to guess what's going to happen. Some good characters such as the Disreputable Dog but not quite as much humour as Book 1.

Still very enjoyable and I picked up Book 3 straightaway.