Master & Apprentice (Star Wars)

ByClaudia Gray

Release Date: 2019-04-16
Genre: Science Fiction

Score: 4.5

4.5

From 573 Ratings

Description

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An unexpected offer threatens the bond between Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi as the two Jedi navigate a dangerous new planet and an uncertain future in the first canon Star Wars novel to take place before the events of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace.

A Jedi must be a fearless warrior, a guardian of justice, and a scholar in the ways of the Force. But perhaps a Jedi’s most essential duty is to pass on what they have learned. Master Yoda trained Dooku; Dooku trained Qui-Gon Jinn; and now Qui-Gon has a Padawan of his own. But while Qui-Gon has faced all manner of threats and danger as a Jedi, nothing has ever scared him like the thought of failing his apprentice.

Obi-Wan Kenobi has deep respect for his Master, but struggles to understand him. Why must Qui-Gon so often disregard the laws that bind the Jedi? Why is Qui-Gon drawn to ancient Jedi prophecies instead of more practical concerns? And why wasn’t Obi-Wan told that Qui-Gon is considering an invitation to join the Jedi Council—knowing it would mean the end of their partnership? The simple answer scares him: Obi-Wan has failed his Master.

When Jedi Rael Averross, another former student of Dooku, requests their assistance with a political dispute, Jinn and Kenobi travel to the royal court of Pijal for what may be their final mission together. What should be a simple assignment quickly becomes clouded by deceit, and by visions of violent disaster that take hold in Qui-Gon’s mind. As Qui-Gon’s faith in prophecy grows, Obi-Wan’s faith in him is tested—just as a threat surfaces that will demand that Master and apprentice come together as never before, or be divided forever.

Reviews

Immersive excellence
5
By lamj1794
I thoroughly enjoyed the pacing, character development, and callbacks in this exciting, immersive novel. I enjoyed to explore the relationship of my favorite master and apprentice duo prior to the phantom menace. Claudia truly wrote a masterpiece I was not able to put down.
Wow
5
By masonlee.me
The Phantom Menace was the movie I found boring when I was little, and later fell in love with its philosophic subtlety and the dynamic between them. This was a beautiful, vivid, addition to their story. Plus the explanation of why Obi-wan hates flying made me laugh at loud, which has never happened for me with a novel.
Great read
5
By Supadupac
It was a great read. The book really does give you insight in Qui Gon and Obi Wan’s relationship.
Phenomenal
1
By Creepin' Irish21
Great book. Without spoilers, it deepened the characters of Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan and their relationship and another character that we see in tv. The character development was nice. It was a bit predictable at times but that’s not necessarily a bad thing and it definitely wasn’t enough to make me give it anything less than 5 stars. Would recommend.
Amazing! Enticing!
5
By Quigon Jimm
Great story telling.. Couldn't stop reading
Must read or listen
5
By MaxWayne2187
Wow amazing book it was so enthralling and I enticing that my family had a hard time pulling me out of this book. I got is on audible and it was amazing I would give it a read or Listen. The story, the characters, and lore was spot on. There where a couple slow part but there not long or boring slow parts. And she wrote the established characters expertly. And I can’t wait to see what happens to the new ones. 10 out of 10 amazing read!!!!!!!
Please, More Claudia
5
By AngerBee
I read Bloodlines, and absolutely loved it; not knowing who the author was.

I later started reading Leia, also not knowing who the author was, and I loved it. Half-way through, my daughter informed me that they were both Claudia. I had no intention of reading this book, until I then became aware that this was also hers, so I jumped right in.

The bulk of this book is equally as fantastic as her previous work. I usually find myself having trouble accepting new characters that never make it into movies or tv shows, but Claudia always seems to sell me on hers.

My only gripe is the last few chapters. Without getting spoilery, the actual focus of the book ends in a very satisfying way, but there are a few chapters of wrapping the story up that just feel disconnected, and rushed. However, I do not feel like they take away from the story, because they just feel unrelated.
A fun story with Qui-Gon at the helm
4
By Bryanxoxo
I enjoyed reading about young obi’s adventures and more about the prophecies. It was a good book, not my favorite of the new cannon but a nice read. I thought there could have been a little more Saber wielding, this is the Republic era after all!
Well, hello there.
5
By PaleoGamer86
This was the most amazing book in the history of the world. Because my lord and savior Obi-Wan Kenobi was in it. Hail Sithis
Haven’t read it yet, but it’s Claudia
5
By Jctpark
Two of my favorite characters (shut up, my life my choices) plus this author .... I can’t wait until the 16th.