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Summary: A great clone wars adventure
Review: This book provides the reader with greater insight into the Jedi mythos. The plot is intricate and the writing added depth and dimension to the main characters. I especially liked the way the author delved into the lives of the Clone troopers. Even though each is a clone of Jango Fett the Bounty Hunter; each is an individual with their own unique personality. You cannot help but feel for the plight of the clones that are nothing more than cannon fodder for Republic. The reader comes to discover that beneath the armor, there is a brotherhood bound together by a code of honor. Additionally the book takes up the issue of `what is life' from different points of view.
One clone trooper in particular with the help of Sheeka Tull a pilot and the secret initial contact on Cestsus for Obi Wan and Kit Fisto; makes the transition from a life bound to the strict code honored by all clone troopers as brothers to an individual free moral agent and in the process - uncovers the deception of Count Dooku (and indirectly Chancellor Palpatine) to further plunge the galaxy into chaos. The book is filled with colorful characters good and evil and I really enjoyed the story. If you are a fan of the Star Wars universe then sit back and relax - Mr. Barnes does a wonderful job of spinning a yarn that will keep you in suspense right up until the very surprising ending.
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Summary: 8 out of 5 stars!!!
Review: This novel, starring jedi knight's Obi-Wan Kenobi and Kit fisto, as well as an ARC trooper and Assajj Vantress. is one of the best novels among the plethora of reading material in the Star Wars universe today. Focusing mainly on Obi-Wan and the ARC trooper, this book sets up the mystery and intrigue of an old detective/spy movie (just like Lucas did with Episode 2) while keeping heavy on the lightsaber action. We also get an in depth look at the clone soldier's personalities that has been (purposely) lacking in other titles.Ventress fans, here's a treat. Kenobi fan's, this is what you've been waiting for. And Fisto fans,(any one else think he rocks?) you'll find this highly enjoyable! A must read recommend by a die hard star wars fan!!!
--T.R.
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Summary: Good book
Review: Though I would hardly rate this along with Clive Barker or Orson Scott Card, it is a decent book. They are trying to stretch the mold for the star wars universe a bit, giving it a bit more depth.In this one they follow the example of the new movies and keep it with a politically charged book. The planet of Cestus is under turmoil. There is segregation between the workers and the ruling class of the planet, basically those that control the industry. They produce droids of various types, including security droids. Times are hard on them through Republic restrictions and the lack of support during the war. But times are changing; they have a unique new droid that is about the hit the market. It is a droid with biological components, one that is almost as fast as a Jedi. The Confederacy of Independent Systems is making a bid to purchase it and the possibility of assisting them in secession from the Republic. Obi Wan And Kit Fisto are given a mission, secure the contract and loyalty of the planet, or destroy their ability to produce these new droids. But the Separatists have sent an envoy of their own, a familiar face for star wars fans. This was a better than standard book in the Star Wars universe. Not saying that the standard is bad, they are usually enjoyable a some level. But they often are overly technical, focusing on mechanical elements and either science or mysticism. This has those elements but they also add a lot of political and social intrigue. As well as the working of a hive like society that constitutes the working class. All in all this was not a bad book at all. It mixes a lot of political intrigue with action. This action isn't the same as what you see in the movies. The Jedi act as army Rangers, and try to train rebellious members of a society to work for their cause, and use guerilla warfare. A good read and hopefully a progression of the style, adding fresh blood to the Star Wars Universe.
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Summary: fantastic entry
Review: While the Clone Wars continue, the Republic learns that the remote planet, Ord Cestus, is mass-producing special bio-droids capable of defeating a Jedi in mortal combat. Apparently, a ban on producing battle droids ravaged the local economy leading to the Cestus bartering with the Republic's enemy, Count Doohu and the Confederacy of Independent Systems. Taking the threat seriously, Chancellor Palpatine dispatches Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi, fellow Jedi Knight Nautolan Kit Fisto, several trooper-clones, and the slug barrister Snoil to the orb to do whatever it takes including global genocide to insure that no Jedi-killing battle droids are produced. Obi-Wan plummets into local intrigues as he senses a much greater diabolical plot behind what is happening on Ord Cestus. With the help of his team, Obi-Wan struggles to prevent the development and sale of the bio-droids, to avert a nasty takeover scheme and trying to prevent the planet from total annihilation from his side or their opponent. Neither the Republic nor the Confederacy can afford to allow their enemy to gain control of the bio-droids that could shift the balance of power. Fans of the Star Wars mythos or Steven Barnes will thoroughly enjoy this fantastic entry that may be the best of the Clone War tales (comic book, novel or game). The action-packed story line contains plenty of enticing exotic characters from nasty bad dudes to the novel stealing Snoil, a brilliant legal genius. A touch of romance adds depth to a great Star Wars story that will bring new readers to the Jedi universe and showcase why Steven Barnes is one of the best novelists on the market today. Harriet Klausner
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Summary: If only episode 2 had been as good as this
Review: Wonderful book, and I thought all the Star Wars books were going to suck after the New Jedi Order books ended. We start to see what a long hard War the Clone wars has turned out to be. The story line is also really engaging as well. My favorite element is the interaction that Jango Fetts clones have among themselves. Very interesting
Overall-Don't give the clone wars Star Wars books a miss just because you are afraid they may suck. Give this book a try
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