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jarwhal3's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
maximusvitale66's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
megrasmussen's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
theroguerebels's review against another edition
5.0
“Do not defy the Council, Master, not again.“
“I shall do what I must, Obi-Wan.“
Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi. Two of the first Jedi we are introduced to (if you watch the Skywalker Saga in chronological order.) Two very different Jedi. Qui-Gon seems to trust his own instincts and ideas even when they conflict with the Jedi Council. Kenobi cannot understand his master’s choices.
This book revolves around Jinn and Kenobi as they work to understand each other. Master and Apprentice. Students and teachers. Learning and unlearning.
For me, that is the most compelling thing about this book. The insight and understanding of these two character’s relationship. Not to say that there isn’t plenty of other lightsabers, starfighters, and prophecy puzzling action in this book! Once again Claudia Gray keeps the streak of amazing books going. Here are some of the things I personally took from the book.
There is so much that this book dives into that connects to the larger whole and expands upon further ideas. Familiar worlds like Takodana, Teth, Numidian Prime, and Lah’Mu. More of what the Jedi were like in peacetime. Obi-Wan and his love of flying. Do you wanna buy some death sticks? Any mention of Toniray is a good thing. The boy raised by protocol droids. The interpretation of visions and prophecies. The terrorist group made up of… performance artists? Varactyl Racing and force lightning. The aftermath of a hero's noble end.
In my opinion, this book is definitely a must-read as it sheds light on two of my favorite Jedi. I also recommend the short story Master and Apprentice in the book From a Certain Point of View as a wonderful follow up to this story.
-Sal P.
"If our beliefs tell us one thing, and the needs of real people tell us another, can there be any question of which we should listen to?"
– Qui-Gon Jinn
“I shall do what I must, Obi-Wan.“
Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi. Two of the first Jedi we are introduced to (if you watch the Skywalker Saga in chronological order.) Two very different Jedi. Qui-Gon seems to trust his own instincts and ideas even when they conflict with the Jedi Council. Kenobi cannot understand his master’s choices.
This book revolves around Jinn and Kenobi as they work to understand each other. Master and Apprentice. Students and teachers. Learning and unlearning.
For me, that is the most compelling thing about this book. The insight and understanding of these two character’s relationship. Not to say that there isn’t plenty of other lightsabers, starfighters, and prophecy puzzling action in this book! Once again Claudia Gray keeps the streak of amazing books going. Here are some of the things I personally took from the book.
There is so much that this book dives into that connects to the larger whole and expands upon further ideas. Familiar worlds like Takodana, Teth, Numidian Prime, and Lah’Mu. More of what the Jedi were like in peacetime. Obi-Wan and his love of flying. Do you wanna buy some death sticks? Any mention of Toniray is a good thing. The boy raised by protocol droids. The interpretation of visions and prophecies. The terrorist group made up of… performance artists? Varactyl Racing and force lightning. The aftermath of a hero's noble end.
In my opinion, this book is definitely a must-read as it sheds light on two of my favorite Jedi. I also recommend the short story Master and Apprentice in the book From a Certain Point of View as a wonderful follow up to this story.
-Sal P.
"If our beliefs tell us one thing, and the needs of real people tell us another, can there be any question of which we should listen to?"
– Qui-Gon Jinn
izzya's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
knkennedy's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
marlishields's review against another edition
adventurous
reflective
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
libralibraryy's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
becs5678's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Great overall book. Cool getting a glimpse of the past.
nick_100's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5