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Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice #4
Star Wars: The Mark of the Crown
In this thrilling story filled with action and mystery, the young apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi ventures into a new dimension of his training with Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn.
131 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1999
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March 13, 2014
With every mission, he was more convinced that his Padawan would become extraordinary, even among the Jedi. What he taught would live on. That was legacy enough for him. One corner of Qui-Gon's mouth shifted in a half smile. "You are sometimes a bit too fond of the rules, Obi-Wan. Things change. A mission is not always clear cut. And sometimes the direct road is not the one to take."
This book takes place immediately where its predecessor leaves off, with Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan heading to Gala to help with the upcoming election. This is the first time a ruler is being elected, rather than being naturally selected by royal descent, and there is much unrest throughout the major cities. It is up to the Jedi to bring about a peaceful election, prevent civil war, and navigate through the royal world of treachery and deceit.
This book was great for a variety of reasons. First of all, it was nice to see this arc which began in the last book, finally wrapped up. As the last one ended, I was very curious as to how the election would go and if the Jedi would in fact be able to make the negotiations peaceful despite all the animosity that was snaking its tendrils around the government and its people. I think that being a diplomat and peacekeeper is such a fascinating aspect of being a Jedi, even more so than being a guardian and fighting in battles, in my opinion. Which is probably why I would be a Consular Jedi. But, I digress. :P Another aspect of this story that I really liked was how we got to see the bond between Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan grow even stronger. They had to learn to work together, adapt to each others ways of thinking, and ultimately grow more comfortable with each other. It's fun to watch this develop! And not only that, but there were moments in this book where Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon split up and were acting independently of each other. Despite being separated from his master, Obi-Wan handled the situation superbly and with all the intelligence and integrity that you would expect from a Jedi. You can really see him growing as a character, which is great to see.
This book takes place immediately where its predecessor leaves off, with Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan heading to Gala to help with the upcoming election. This is the first time a ruler is being elected, rather than being naturally selected by royal descent, and there is much unrest throughout the major cities. It is up to the Jedi to bring about a peaceful election, prevent civil war, and navigate through the royal world of treachery and deceit.
This book was great for a variety of reasons. First of all, it was nice to see this arc which began in the last book, finally wrapped up. As the last one ended, I was very curious as to how the election would go and if the Jedi would in fact be able to make the negotiations peaceful despite all the animosity that was snaking its tendrils around the government and its people. I think that being a diplomat and peacekeeper is such a fascinating aspect of being a Jedi, even more so than being a guardian and fighting in battles, in my opinion. Which is probably why I would be a Consular Jedi. But, I digress. :P Another aspect of this story that I really liked was how we got to see the bond between Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan grow even stronger. They had to learn to work together, adapt to each others ways of thinking, and ultimately grow more comfortable with each other. It's fun to watch this develop! And not only that, but there were moments in this book where Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon split up and were acting independently of each other. Despite being separated from his master, Obi-Wan handled the situation superbly and with all the intelligence and integrity that you would expect from a Jedi. You can really see him growing as a character, which is great to see.
April 23, 2016
I just had to burst out laughing when I saw this book pop up on my feed this morning.
FLASHBACK STORYTIME WITH JENICA
So, growing up, my mom always encouraged me and my sister to read good books. Every school year (we were homeschooled,) she would place a big order of age-appropriate, topic- relevant books. Classics, historical fiction, Newberry and Caldecott winners... we were almost never told "You have to read X book by Y date and write Z pages about it", but were encouraged to read both for pleasure AND edification. We were let loose in our local library every few weeks, and (during the school year) as long as the books we chose weren't "twaddle", we could check out as many as we liked.
Operative words: "weren't twaddle". (Twaddle is a word from the Charlotte Mason school of thought on education, meaning, basically, junk food in the form of literature.)
So, much to mini!Jenica's displeasure, guess what kind of books were off the menu? Star Wars books.
I lived Star Wars as a kid. I thought and daydreamed of little else, I thought that anyone who didn't like Star Wars must be a terrible person, and yes, I adored the Phantom Menace when it came out (Hey, I was 10 years old. Did YOU have amazing judgement at 10?)
So, when I saw this book in my best friend's room one day, it was like Eve in the garden with that sweet, sweet forbidden fruit.
She gladly loaned it to me, and I stuffed it under my jacket, smuggled it into the house, and hid it under my mattress.
Reading that book in stolen moments was exhilarating. A young Obi-Wan dueling with a real sword, a queen with a dress of shifting colors, a nefarious Prince with wicked plans... and did I mention STAR WARS?
Then my mom changed my bedsheets.
I was convinced I would get in trouble. Mom hated twaddle, I thought! But when she called me into my room to ask me about this book she'd found under my mattress... she was laughing!
She asked me why I'd hidden it, and, sheepishly, I told her, expecting some kind of doom to fall on me.
No doom. She gave me a hug, said that it was, in fact, okay to read books "just for fun", and admonished me to treat a book that had been loaned to me with better care.
I can't rate this book in terms of literary quality, but I can rate it in terms of warm fuzzies, and the Mark of the Crown will always have a place in my heart!
FLASHBACK STORYTIME WITH JENICA
So, growing up, my mom always encouraged me and my sister to read good books. Every school year (we were homeschooled,) she would place a big order of age-appropriate, topic- relevant books. Classics, historical fiction, Newberry and Caldecott winners... we were almost never told "You have to read X book by Y date and write Z pages about it", but were encouraged to read both for pleasure AND edification. We were let loose in our local library every few weeks, and (during the school year) as long as the books we chose weren't "twaddle", we could check out as many as we liked.
Operative words: "weren't twaddle". (Twaddle is a word from the Charlotte Mason school of thought on education, meaning, basically, junk food in the form of literature.)
So, much to mini!Jenica's displeasure, guess what kind of books were off the menu? Star Wars books.
I lived Star Wars as a kid. I thought and daydreamed of little else, I thought that anyone who didn't like Star Wars must be a terrible person, and yes, I adored the Phantom Menace when it came out (Hey, I was 10 years old. Did YOU have amazing judgement at 10?)
So, when I saw this book in my best friend's room one day, it was like Eve in the garden with that sweet, sweet forbidden fruit.
She gladly loaned it to me, and I stuffed it under my jacket, smuggled it into the house, and hid it under my mattress.
Reading that book in stolen moments was exhilarating. A young Obi-Wan dueling with a real sword, a queen with a dress of shifting colors, a nefarious Prince with wicked plans... and did I mention STAR WARS?
Then my mom changed my bedsheets.
I was convinced I would get in trouble. Mom hated twaddle, I thought! But when she called me into my room to ask me about this book she'd found under my mattress... she was laughing!
She asked me why I'd hidden it, and, sheepishly, I told her, expecting some kind of doom to fall on me.
No doom. She gave me a hug, said that it was, in fact, okay to read books "just for fun", and admonished me to treat a book that had been loaned to me with better care.
I can't rate this book in terms of literary quality, but I can rate it in terms of warm fuzzies, and the Mark of the Crown will always have a place in my heart!
June 6, 2018
I enjoyed this one.
October 1, 2018
This is part of a series but each one can be read as a stand alone as this continues the relationship between Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan. In this one, the two jedi are sent to a planet which is holding elections for the first time. This idea of democracy does not please everyone.
This is the fourth book of this series and in my opinion the best one so far. It feels like the author is more comfortable in writing about these two characters. I am loving the development of their relationship as they learn to trust each other. As for the story, I liked it because even though it takes place in a galaxy far, far away it is relevant in the political world of today.
This series is meant for the younger audience but can be enjoyed by all. They are a quick read but a nice insight into a relationship between teacher and student.
This is the fourth book of this series and in my opinion the best one so far. It feels like the author is more comfortable in writing about these two characters. I am loving the development of their relationship as they learn to trust each other. As for the story, I liked it because even though it takes place in a galaxy far, far away it is relevant in the political world of today.
This series is meant for the younger audience but can be enjoyed by all. They are a quick read but a nice insight into a relationship between teacher and student.
March 31, 2019
These little books are great! I am really enjoying them. The titles sound corny, and the premise sometimes cheesy. But the actual books haven't been that at all. I've really enjoyed all 4 of them so far. I love seeing the dynamic that Qui-Gon and young Obi-Wan have.
March 27, 2022
Jude Watson talently delivers fun Jedi missions for children yearning for more star wars content. Nothing deep here, per se, though some great lines on "legacies", "purpose" and our impact on society. I also appreciate the subtle connections to the overarching Xanotos plot, without making him the bad guy of every book.
February 2, 2021
This book is so good! I started reading this series cause Obi-Wan was my favorite star wars character. And I'm sooooo happy this is good!
February 6, 2024
It's the best of all the books in the series for now, very enjoyable and bite-size.
It's for kids/teens but is still entertaining and enjoyable. (I've been plowing through the books and having a blast, I've read 4 books in one day)
It's for kids/teens but is still entertaining and enjoyable. (I've been plowing through the books and having a blast, I've read 4 books in one day)
April 9, 2023
Another enjoyable book in the Jedi Apprentice series! The planet of Gala was an interesting setting, and I liked how we got to explore two sides of it when Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan split up. I also liked the political intrigue in the plot. I wish Obi-Wan had felt comfortable enough to open up to Qui-Gon at the end, but I guess it wouldn't be a master-apprentice relationship without a lack of communicating their true feelings 🙃
May 10, 2022
‘The Mark of the Crown� is the fourth book in the Jedi Apprentice series. Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan arrive on Gala, the planet they were headed to in ‘The Hidden Past� before being sidetracked. Their presence has been requested as democratic elections are to be held to prevent imminent civil war due to corruption of the monarchy. In this book, Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan are still learning to be a true Padawan/Master duo. Throughout the story, both share similar thoughts and feelings but don’t feel they can share them with each other, believing that the other wouldn’t understand or misreading what kind of person the other truly is. Qui-Gon also has them immediately split off from each other, working from two different angles while on the same mission. Obi-Wan naturally finds himself in tight spots and situations that require a more experienced hand to help, but he has to step up to the plate and take care of things himself because Qui-Gon is outside of comm range. In the end, the two wrap up things quite superbly considering all the political maneuvering that was happening. Another good story!
April 4, 2023
Palace intrigue, legacies, a poisoned queen, a secret heir and democracy on the horizon - what's not to love about this 4th book in the JA series? Certainly one of the strongest instalments. Obi-Wan gets to wield a sword and that's pretty cool.
Perhaps I'm also biased in that my favourite bookmark was taken from the middle of these very pages (one bookmark disappeared but I still have one, reinforced by sticky tape and extra cardboard). And perhaps I bought a second copy off eBay - to ensure that I always have spare bookmarks!
Perhaps I'm also biased in that my favourite bookmark was taken from the middle of these very pages (one bookmark disappeared but I still have one, reinforced by sticky tape and extra cardboard). And perhaps I bought a second copy off eBay - to ensure that I always have spare bookmarks!
August 9, 2024
Qui-Gon has an existential crisis and Obi-Wan gets stuck in a freezer
July 4, 2023
A thrilling story one of the best so far
February 24, 2021
I really enjoy how these books, simple as they are (and should be for the target audience) are not afraid to tackle deep and important topics. I love that I can pick up a Star Wars book and have a simple, straight forward adventure in the shoes of some of my favorite characters while also seeing them grapple with serious and complex issues in a way that feels appropriate for the age level of the intended audience. This one in particular really called out to me on that front, and I quite enjoyed the experience. And, as always, it was great fun to see into the minds of young Obi Wan and Qui Gon as they continue to try to come together as a team and understand each other. I love to see the way their respect and care for each other continues to develop, even as they have yet to truly grow into each other and their partnership.
All in all, this was another fun and heartfelt romp in the Jedi Apprentice series, and I was in just the right mood to read it, which made it even more enjoyable.
All in all, this was another fun and heartfelt romp in the Jedi Apprentice series, and I was in just the right mood to read it, which made it even more enjoyable.
August 17, 2022
Another great book in the series. Read aloud with my 6 year old boy. I asked immediately after we finished it, “So how was that?� He said, “Beautiful.� Haha love it.
Great examples of kind, merciful leadership. And a boy continuing to learn what strength, patience, and humbleness means. I honestly don’t mind reading these books even though I had never been interested in this stuff when I was a kid. And honestly, have never been super interested as an adult either (even though my husband and boys will occasionally bond over the first movies and characters). I always feel closer to my boy when we sit down to read these. Also, I feel like it gives me a glimpse into the ambitions and emotions of a boy when I read about young Obi-Wan with him.
And I will never get tired of his reactions to the cool one-liners of Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon. (I admit.. I enjoy them quite a bit too..)
Great examples of kind, merciful leadership. And a boy continuing to learn what strength, patience, and humbleness means. I honestly don’t mind reading these books even though I had never been interested in this stuff when I was a kid. And honestly, have never been super interested as an adult either (even though my husband and boys will occasionally bond over the first movies and characters). I always feel closer to my boy when we sit down to read these. Also, I feel like it gives me a glimpse into the ambitions and emotions of a boy when I read about young Obi-Wan with him.
And I will never get tired of his reactions to the cool one-liners of Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon. (I admit.. I enjoy them quite a bit too..)
October 2, 2015
3.5 stars
With every mission, he was more convinced that his Padawan would become extraordinary, even among the Jedi. What he taught would live on. That was legacy enough for him. One corner of Qui-Gon's mouth shifted in a half smile. "You are sometimes a bit too fond of the rules, Obi-Wan. Things change. A mission is not always clear cut. And sometimes the direct road is not the one to take."
This picks up right where leaves off and we get to see Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan develop their relationship and continue to get used to one another.
With every mission, he was more convinced that his Padawan would become extraordinary, even among the Jedi. What he taught would live on. That was legacy enough for him. One corner of Qui-Gon's mouth shifted in a half smile. "You are sometimes a bit too fond of the rules, Obi-Wan. Things change. A mission is not always clear cut. And sometimes the direct road is not the one to take."
This picks up right where leaves off and we get to see Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan develop their relationship and continue to get used to one another.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 4, 2024
The Mark of the Crown by Jude Watson. This is the fourth book in the Star Wars - Jedi Apprentice middle grade series.
This story continues the deepening relationship between Jedi Master Qui-Gon and Padawan Obi-Wan. The two of them are sent to a planet which is holding elections for the first time; they are sent to observe. But not everyone on the planet is interested in democracy...
Another solid story.
I gave it 4 stars.
This story continues the deepening relationship between Jedi Master Qui-Gon and Padawan Obi-Wan. The two of them are sent to a planet which is holding elections for the first time; they are sent to observe. But not everyone on the planet is interested in democracy...
Another solid story.
I gave it 4 stars.
June 3, 2015
Back on their original mission, Obi Wan and Qui Gon are trying to find the true heir of the planet Gala, before elections to find the new leader of Gala is concluded. One of the candidates has a link to Xanatos.
February 10, 2021
Re-read: 2.5 stars. I get the connection between Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan wondering about their legacies paralleling with the political events happening on the planet, but this one didn't do much for me.
October 2, 2023
Qui-Gon & Obi-Wan!
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September 8, 2024Much better than the last one! 😁
August 8, 2023
Buenas buenas, hello there!
Para empezar, tengo que decir que este libro me gustó. Se me pasó rápido y la trama me pareció que estaba bien. Algunas cosas se me hacen un poco pesadas, como por ejemplo, Qui-Gon siendo una drama queen o Obi-wan siendo arrestado, pero en general esta normal todo esto. Le puse dos estrellas pero sería más un 2.5 (obvio que yo redondeo para abajo ajjaja).
Al principio, me re enganché pero después se volvió muy genérico. Mejor que el libro anterior? Si. Mejor que los primeros dos? No. Creo fielmente que cuando aparece Xanatos, todo mejora jaaja Me gusta ver el drama pero no el pelotudo.
Siento como que Qui-Gon no me termina de cerrar. Como que verlo así tan indeciso si es parte del personaje (como que no me parece out of character) pero igual me irrita. Me parece cualquiera que a este chabon nadie le diga nada pero a Anakin lo re cagan si se comporta igual. Obi wan esta bien como personaje, lo único que me molesta es que a veces lo hacen muy smart para tener 13 años (igual a Ahsoka también la hacen smart así), pero no es algo que me arruine la lectura. Lo que si, estaría bueno que lo dejen de secuestrar y encerrar, gracias jajajaja
En general, creo que está bien para ser el libro cuatro y todavía sigo enganchada. Mi plan es leer hasta el 5 antes de meter otros libros pendientes en mi currently reading list.
Algo que me gusta mucho de estas historias es que vemos algunos detalles interesantes. Me gusta que te mencionan que los jedi pueden saber el outcome (a grandes rasgos) de la misión solo con poner un pie en un planeta. Interesante. También el tema de la comunicación mental jajaja
Siento que los libros podrían ser un capítulo más de la serie de The Clone Wars y eso me gusta. Sinceramente, necesito una saga de libros "what-if Qui-Gon no se murió". Amaría ver sus interacciones con Ani, sobretodo porque espero que su desarrollo a lo largo de esta saga lo acerque al Qui-gon que vimos en el episodio I.
En fin, re larga al re pedo mi reseña. La trama estuvo bien y el libro estuvo bien. Hoy arranco el 5 y espero terminarlo pronto! Vamos bien!!
Ps. More Xanatos please!!
Para empezar, tengo que decir que este libro me gustó. Se me pasó rápido y la trama me pareció que estaba bien. Algunas cosas se me hacen un poco pesadas, como por ejemplo, Qui-Gon siendo una drama queen o Obi-wan siendo arrestado, pero en general esta normal todo esto. Le puse dos estrellas pero sería más un 2.5 (obvio que yo redondeo para abajo ajjaja).
Al principio, me re enganché pero después se volvió muy genérico. Mejor que el libro anterior? Si. Mejor que los primeros dos? No. Creo fielmente que cuando aparece Xanatos, todo mejora jaaja Me gusta ver el drama pero no el pelotudo.
Siento como que Qui-Gon no me termina de cerrar. Como que verlo así tan indeciso si es parte del personaje (como que no me parece out of character) pero igual me irrita. Me parece cualquiera que a este chabon nadie le diga nada pero a Anakin lo re cagan si se comporta igual. Obi wan esta bien como personaje, lo único que me molesta es que a veces lo hacen muy smart para tener 13 años (igual a Ahsoka también la hacen smart así), pero no es algo que me arruine la lectura. Lo que si, estaría bueno que lo dejen de secuestrar y encerrar, gracias jajajaja
En general, creo que está bien para ser el libro cuatro y todavía sigo enganchada. Mi plan es leer hasta el 5 antes de meter otros libros pendientes en mi currently reading list.
Algo que me gusta mucho de estas historias es que vemos algunos detalles interesantes. Me gusta que te mencionan que los jedi pueden saber el outcome (a grandes rasgos) de la misión solo con poner un pie en un planeta. Interesante. También el tema de la comunicación mental jajaja
Siento que los libros podrían ser un capítulo más de la serie de The Clone Wars y eso me gusta. Sinceramente, necesito una saga de libros "what-if Qui-Gon no se murió". Amaría ver sus interacciones con Ani, sobretodo porque espero que su desarrollo a lo largo de esta saga lo acerque al Qui-gon que vimos en el episodio I.
En fin, re larga al re pedo mi reseña. La trama estuvo bien y el libro estuvo bien. Hoy arranco el 5 y espero terminarlo pronto! Vamos bien!!
Ps. More Xanatos please!!
July 31, 2018
Now I'm confused, I feel like this book took a step back with Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon's relationship. In the last book they were sort of meshing and learning things about each other, it felt more positive. And yet this book was a step back, Qui-Gon left Obi-Wan to handle court intrigue while he went off to the hill people to find a lost heir. While Obi-Wan basically kicked butt when he returns they seem to have no real conversation. Both of them have a moment of "what am I leaving behind/What is my heritage?" and both come to conclusions separately, but there's no conversation between the two when they literally had the same quandary at the same time. But then I remember that their relationship isn't like Obi-Wan and Anakin's because they were so far apart age-wise that it felt more like a father-son relationship while Obi-Wan and Anakin were more older brother-younger brother and the divide wasn't as wildly felt (Come on, Anakin said some stuff to Obi-wan that Obi-Wan would NEVER have said to Qui-Gon). However, it was nice to see Qui-Gon realize that his legacy would be all the people he helped and Obi-Wan of course; at the same time Obi-Wan realized that the Jedi Code was going to be his heritage, not his blood family.
This book was kind of a continuation/conclusion to the last book with Prince Snot Nose realizing his own self and everyone voting for democracy (yaaaay...) I'm always kind of a downer on these endings before the Empire just because I know that when the Empire takes over all these planets will lose their freedom and everything that the Jedi and these people do will be stalled for a couple decades. Sure there's a Rebellion, but for almost 20 years most planets won't have the freedom these people fought for and that just sucks.
This book was kind of a continuation/conclusion to the last book with Prince Snot Nose realizing his own self and everyone voting for democracy (yaaaay...) I'm always kind of a downer on these endings before the Empire just because I know that when the Empire takes over all these planets will lose their freedom and everything that the Jedi and these people do will be stalled for a couple decades. Sure there's a Rebellion, but for almost 20 years most planets won't have the freedom these people fought for and that just sucks.
July 18, 2017
Okay, now that we have some meat on the main relationship between Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan, we can start getting into subplots and themes and all the good stuff of a series. The dynamic duo heads to the planet Gala as presaged in the previous book and there falls into some serious family dysfunctions as well as political intrigue--y'know, another day in the life of a Jedi.
What I really appreciate about this is that Watson is starting to find her rhythm in writing these characters and can weave in bigger things like what family means, how one defines oneself, where friendship fits when you're part of something larger, and how we hide things from ourselves and others out of a sense of protectiveness. This book unfortunately tries to take a few too many things at one go--the pacing felt super off on some of the reveals--but it's getting there. And I felt a few too many pangs at seeing unfortunate similarities between the election troubles of Gala and the political maelstrom that is currently America what with a dynamic but perfidious male candidate, a qualified but dismissed female candidate, and a prince desperately trying to hang on to his rule.
*shudder*
Accidental, but too close, Watson. Thank heavens they have Jedi rather than Congress.
What I really appreciate about this is that Watson is starting to find her rhythm in writing these characters and can weave in bigger things like what family means, how one defines oneself, where friendship fits when you're part of something larger, and how we hide things from ourselves and others out of a sense of protectiveness. This book unfortunately tries to take a few too many things at one go--the pacing felt super off on some of the reveals--but it's getting there. And I felt a few too many pangs at seeing unfortunate similarities between the election troubles of Gala and the political maelstrom that is currently America what with a dynamic but perfidious male candidate, a qualified but dismissed female candidate, and a prince desperately trying to hang on to his rule.
*shudder*
Accidental, but too close, Watson. Thank heavens they have Jedi rather than Congress.
January 18, 2024
The Mark of the Crown by Jude Watson
Challenging,funny,hopeful,inspiring,
reflective, andtense.
Fast-paced
Plot- or character-driven?Character
Strong character development?Yes
Loveable characters?Yes
Diverse cast of characters?It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus?Yes
4.0Stars
This is the fourth book within the Jedi Apprentice series. These short novellas are well written and are great for the understanding of the releationship between Qui-Gon Jinn and his young padawan, Obi-Wan Kenobi.
Interesting that this story is about the safe transition of power on a planet (which seems to be a constant, even in our own country). The idea that one leader wanted to keep the power, and tried to lead a rebellion against the RIGHTFUL transition. Hmmn. Can this ONLY be a Middle Grade story, OR can we adults learn from it, too?
Obi-Wan is learning how to succeed, even without his lightsaber, but with his intelligence.
Also, Qui-Gon is learning a lot from his young padawan, too. Starting to understand...that his greatest LEGACY, will be...eventually Obi-Wan Kenobi.
I am so glad that I've decided to read these stories.
Challenging,funny,hopeful,inspiring,
reflective, andtense.
Fast-paced
Plot- or character-driven?Character
Strong character development?Yes
Loveable characters?Yes
Diverse cast of characters?It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus?Yes
4.0Stars
This is the fourth book within the Jedi Apprentice series. These short novellas are well written and are great for the understanding of the releationship between Qui-Gon Jinn and his young padawan, Obi-Wan Kenobi.
Interesting that this story is about the safe transition of power on a planet (which seems to be a constant, even in our own country). The idea that one leader wanted to keep the power, and tried to lead a rebellion against the RIGHTFUL transition. Hmmn. Can this ONLY be a Middle Grade story, OR can we adults learn from it, too?
Obi-Wan is learning how to succeed, even without his lightsaber, but with his intelligence.
Also, Qui-Gon is learning a lot from his young padawan, too. Starting to understand...that his greatest LEGACY, will be...eventually Obi-Wan Kenobi.
I am so glad that I've decided to read these stories.
June 15, 2023
Here's the thing, I did not expect for these CHILDREN'S books to hit such genuinely heavy topics. I would make the argument that this book might have one of the less terrifying backgrounds, but I had to mention that somewhere.
I enjoy seeing the snot nose brat, Beju, get humanized as his anger is allowed to have reason. I also love the discussion of Legacies and how the act of dying and knowing death is coming allows room for people who previously feared honesty to embody it. Qui-Gon actually thinking about what the Jedi path means to him.
Obi-wan was also given the chance to stand on his own this book, and seeing him fail somewhat thanks to his naivete (which the writer allowed to be echoed in Qui-Gon) while also succeeding in broad strokes was very fun! There is a joke somewhere about Jedi and making friends and enemies on every planet.
An illegitimate heir, two powerful and surprisingly well rounded women characters, and poisoning from the outside was great.
I enjoy seeing the snot nose brat, Beju, get humanized as his anger is allowed to have reason. I also love the discussion of Legacies and how the act of dying and knowing death is coming allows room for people who previously feared honesty to embody it. Qui-Gon actually thinking about what the Jedi path means to him.
Obi-wan was also given the chance to stand on his own this book, and seeing him fail somewhat thanks to his naivete (which the writer allowed to be echoed in Qui-Gon) while also succeeding in broad strokes was very fun! There is a joke somewhere about Jedi and making friends and enemies on every planet.
An illegitimate heir, two powerful and surprisingly well rounded women characters, and poisoning from the outside was great.
June 23, 2024
The cover art may be strange, but it hides a plot with lots of intrigue and twists. Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan are still technically on their first mission as master and apprentice, which at first looks to be pretty standard-fare, boring stuff, just watching over a political election and making sure everything goes smoothly.
There's a lot more going on underneath the surface, though, and it makes for an exciting read, especially if you have been reading the books in series. The two Jedi become involved in the politics of the planet Gala, and eventually uncover some pretty big mysteries involving the potential political successors. Although it feels like a side-quest from the main, overarching adventure of the series, it's nice to see such an involved storyline get wrapped up within a single (short) book. Looking forward to book #5!
There's a lot more going on underneath the surface, though, and it makes for an exciting read, especially if you have been reading the books in series. The two Jedi become involved in the politics of the planet Gala, and eventually uncover some pretty big mysteries involving the potential political successors. Although it feels like a side-quest from the main, overarching adventure of the series, it's nice to see such an involved storyline get wrapped up within a single (short) book. Looking forward to book #5!
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January 3, 2021So yes, I’m working my way through the Jedi Apprentice series. While watching Clone Wars. On the tail end of Christmas break. As a grown ass adult. Because I damn well want to. So far? This is not a terribly strong entry in this series but I feel obligated to read all of them, and in order instead of skipping around to the ones that have key events in them. This feels like a small side quest but it does illustrate that Obi Wan and Qui Gon *just don’t talk* as they literally have parallel thoughts and then also each come to the conclusion that the other wouldn’t understand. It’s both frustrating and nicely done.
September 26, 2017
Still liking this series. They fly by really fast. Lots of insight into how Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon are feeling and interpreting situations which makes their reactions to each other easier to understand. They're both very flawed and make lots of mistakes in developing their relationship and I guess that's why the series is as long as it is. Heh.
I did particularly like this storyline for some reason. The idea of the long-lost daughter coming to reclaim the crown (if unwillingly) appealed to me. And I was impressed by how the story's "bad guy" really could have a change of heart.
I did particularly like this storyline for some reason. The idea of the long-lost daughter coming to reclaim the crown (if unwillingly) appealed to me. And I was impressed by how the story's "bad guy" really could have a change of heart.
June 30, 2020
After a couple of duds, it’s good to see the Jedi Apprentice series back on track...or at least back to a story that makes sense.
As is the case with all of these books, the stories they tell don’t really do much to the main storyline of Star Wars, and the things that happen have little to no influence in how things play out in the films, but they do give a backstory of characters, and the more Qui Gon we get the better.
As is the case with all of these books, the stories they tell don’t really do much to the main storyline of Star Wars, and the things that happen have little to no influence in how things play out in the films, but they do give a backstory of characters, and the more Qui Gon we get the better.
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