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jazhandz's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I enjoyed this far more than I expected. My last experience with Claudia Gray’s SW books was not my favorite, so I was cautious, but she wrote the hell out of this book. Great side characters and a strong plot.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Slavery, and Violence
Minor: Child death
Child endangerment, esp. child slaverybashsbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
As a big Star Wars fan, and specifically a big fan of the dynamic between Obi-Wan Kenobi and Qui-Gon Jinn, Master & Apprentice was a mixed bag. I really enjoyed the exploration of Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon's personal & ideological differences and their struggle to find their stride in their partnership. I also enjoyed the exploration of Qui-Gon's relationship with Dooku and Rael Aveross. And, as ever, I love listening to Qui-Gon take the Jedi Council to task for their complacency. However, parts of this book were lacking - the plot on Pijal wasn't the most interesting thing ever, and I don't think it had anything revolutionary to say about slavery or corporate capitalism, which is a shame given how big of a part they both played in the plot. And in that vein, it didn't have a particularly deep take on revolutions, radicalism, or monarchies. Lots of huge conceptual plays thrown onto the table without much follow-through. Additionally, the ending was INCREDIBLY rushed; it needed at least another chapter or two after Cady betrayed Fanry to really give me a sense of closure - like don't just say she talked to Deren; I wanna see that! .
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death, Slavery, Violence, and Grief
Moderate: Gun violence, Trafficking, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
Minor: War
-Acts of terrorismuniverseofdust's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death, Gun violence, Slavery, and Violence
littlecat's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The slavery plot was mostly well handled through the one "some species like being enslaved" comment threw me off.
The plot/action was generally good but the ending felt rushed. And there seemed to be quiet a lot repetition of things.
I loved the side characters mostly Pax and their crewmate, they have a great dynamic and were fun. But Rael Aveross was cool too.
I am not that big of a fan of Qui Gon Jin and the whole prophecy stuff just makes me uncomfortable, and it is mostly his book, so not perfect for me. I am not adopting most of the handling of the jedi order and also not all of young Obi Wans characterization from here, just didnt vibe with my interpretation of it.
The plot/action was generally good but the ending felt rushed. And there seemed to be quiet a lot repetition of things.
I loved the side characters mostly Pax and their crewmate, they have a great dynamic and were fun. But Rael Aveross was cool too.
I am not that big of a fan of Qui Gon Jin and the whole prophecy stuff just makes me uncomfortable, and it is mostly his book, so not perfect for me. I am not adopting most of the handling of the jedi order and also not all of young Obi Wans characterization from here, just didnt vibe with my interpretation of it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Slavery
Moderate: Child death, Death, Gun violence, and Violence