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Summary: One Of The Better Star War Tales In Recent Memory
Review: This really is one of the better stories offered to Star Wars Fans in recent memory. I share the enthusiasm of others who have commented, and have some thoughts on what I enjoyed.Mr. J. Gregory Keyes writes very well. There have been other talented writers who have taken their turn with Star Wars, and as well as they may write, they do not seem to be able to really immerse themselves in the saga. Mr. Keyes writes as though he has been involved with Star Wars since the beginning. The three solo kids are clearly the future of the Jedi. Even though the three include a set of twins they are as different as if they all had different parents. What I like is that they are not differentiated by personality quirks, all three of these young Jedi are introspective, and have fundamentally differing philosophies about what the force in fact is, and how it should be interacted with. The whole concept of the light and dark sides have become much more interesting than just the obvious good versus evil. This Author has even taken beyond Kyp's pugnacious attitude and expanded it with the Solo Children. This is clearly Anakin's tale, which is appropriate, as we have had books that centered on his siblings. It was great to see Tahiri brought back as it ties this storyline all the way back to the Junior Jedi Knight Series. She too has her own ideas and though they may primarily play a role as influences on Anakin, they are insightful in their own right. The best insight into where all these stories may be leading I felt came when Anakin rebuilt his lightsaber with a crystal of unique origins, and explained to his unusual ally the relationship between a Knight and their weapon. As the story continued Anakin evolved as a result of this hybrid saber, and I felt it was extremely well thought out and written. I hope Mr. Keyes is back for many more as he brings many new points of view about what is the most fundamental aspect of Star Wars, The Force. And further these insights are not coming from the Jedi sources you may expect, but from a new generation of Jedi, perhaps more thoughtful and less rigid in their beliefs. Again, very well done, and I hope this Author becomes a mainstay writer for Star Wars. He does this as well as anyone, and better than most. As a final note perhaps if enough fans voice their opinion that these books keep getting shorter Mr. Lucas will let the Authors take all the time and space they need.
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Summary: Great Book, Great series- Gimme more!- harder and faster
Review: in this book we are brought into the inter -jedi struggles for leadership and direction. the Yuzaahn Vong have opened up a can of worms by offering prices on the heads of the jeedai. Fations withing the jedi have differing opinions of what should be done to protect themselves after noble jedi are killed. In an attempt to rescue the jedi-kids from Yavin, Anakins friend gets captured and anakin allies a disgruntled vong in an attempt to rescue his friend. This alliance lets us into the world of the vonkg hierarchy and exposes the different casts histories of the vong for the first time. If u like this series- new jedi order- this is a must have. Cant they produce these books as fast as I read them? I think NOT!
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Summary: Anakin Solo is One Bombad Jedi
Review: If you've been waiting for NJO book that's non-stop action and actually has the feel of an actual movie you'll get that and more with 'Conquest'. Finally, we get to see all that one determined and very focused Jedi can do. Anakin Solo is awesome in this book and he's added at least one to his list of fans. Very good read.
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Summary: Go Solo go!!
Review: This is, I think, one of the best books since Vector Prime. Ever since VP things have been in a downward spiral that seems about ready to crush the New Republic and spell doom for the Jedi Knights. This book brings much needed hope to the NJO. Although it may be a small victory, it is a victory none the less. A great read. However, it was way to short. I found myself almost done in about 4 hours. I would have to agree with a previous reviewer, that the books are getting shorter and shorter. I didn't want this book to end and am saddened that I have to wait another 4 months for the next one to be released. Hope you all enjoy it as much as I have.
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Summary: A Breath of Fresh Air
Review: Finally, things are starting to look a bit up in the Star Wars universe. A weakness has finally been found in the Yuzzhan Vong ranks among the *oops, can't give it away*. It was good that some of the other characters from previous books and series were re-introduced here, most notably Tallon Karde and Tahiri, Anakin's best friend from the Jedi Academy who now has a last name (Veila). It was definitely a kind of course correction in the series. A bit of light is beginning to show through the Darkness of the previous books in the series, and the cast expanding to some of the other characters outside the Solo family and the major Jedi.
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Summary: conquest
Review: despite the quality of the overall storyline, I have to admit that it has only been my loyalty to the starwars universe that got me to finish books like hero's trial and jedi eclipse. they were, in a word, terrible. balance point was better, but I was still very dissapointed with the way the new jedi order was turning out. Luke was being a pansy, the solo kids got more and more annoying by the page and the writing itself was terrible. Needless to say, although I looked forward to conquest I was not to optimistic about it. I thought that because keyes was centering his story around a teenager and taking characters from a series of books geared for children that conquest would be geared for children as well. but I have never been more wrong. Not only did Keyes make a succesful transition with his characters from how they were protrayed in the JJK to how they might act as adults, but the book was well written and engaging. I couldn't put it down. I was thrilled with his portrayal of Anakin Solo. I was intrigued by the information on vong culture, and I was impressed that he managed to make a character as unsalvagable as Tahiri actually likable. If I have one complaint about this book it is that it was too short, and as a result failed to resolve some conflicts that had nothing to do with the basic story about Anakin. We never do find out what happend to Uldir, and the little plot twist about Jacen and Jaina going off the find Booster Terrik was unbelievably weak. But even if you haven't enjoyed the new jedi order books up till now, I would still recommend this one, and I garuntee you will be pleasently surprised.
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Summary: Moving in the right direction!
Review: So far, this whole series has been excellent! I bought "Edge of Victory I" about four days ago, and couldn't leave it alone until I was finished. Good to the last page! So, why not five stars instead of four? I love the series, but I have some fundamental problems with the books (including this one) that the authors need to look at more closely. First, the bad things. *Chief Fel'leya. I'm having a lot of trouble believing that a galaxy which survived a revolution against Palpatine would let this guy gain as much power as the NJO authors have given him. I think it's time for a good, old-fashioned coup! *Kyp Durron and the rogue Jedi. The "active or passive" debate is getting old. It's time to either turn all of them to the dark side, take Kyp off on his own, or let Luke take back control! The Jedi infighting was interesting for the first half of the series, but now it's starting to hender the plot more than it helps. *Galactic Apathy. Several worlds have fallen to the Vong, and the refugees of those worlds are everywhere. I seriously doubt that all those homeless beings would want to make peace with the enemy, whether their politicians wanted it or not. It's time for the authors to drag the long-suffering citizens of the Star Wars galaxy up off the ground, and let them fight! This is all-out war, guys! Turn up the heat! Now the great things about this book: *ANAKIN! Wow! The grandson of Vader has grown strong. Keyes blows away Anakin's previous appearences in the series, and single-handedly turned him into the most interesting and praisewothy of the Solo kids. And the budding relationship between he and Tahiri? Great stuff. *The Vong are NOT invincible. The good guys are still giving up ground (also something that is getting old), but FINALLY they get some kind of major victory against the invaders. Not only are they not invincible anymore, but they can actually be "felt" now! I never bought that part of the Vong's existance, and at last this whole mystery makes a little sense. I agree with some reviews that said the books were getting too dark. However, don't do anything to the battles and/or graphic descriptions! They make for somewhat realistic emotion and movement from the characters. Don't water that down. Just let the good guys win! It's time to turn the tide! Well, that it! I enjoyed this book, and I'm waiting with baited breath for the rest of the series! Keep up the good work, but PLEASE keep it going in the right direction.
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Summary: Anakin Strikes Back
Review: This newest New Jedi Order Novel continues the storyline of the Yuuzhan Vong invasion. In this episode, the Jedi Academy on Yavin 4 is threatened, and with no help forthcoming from the New Republic Government, due to apathy and antipathy toward the Jedi. Refusing the orders to the contrary, Anakin takes it upon himself to ensure the safety of his fellow Jedi. But he arrives a mite too late. Marooned on a planet with essentially no help, we see him in a life-or-death challenge to rescue his best friend. Encountering unexpected allies and gaining new insights into both the alien invaders and himself, Anakin blazes a new branch in the trail of the New Jedi Order. For those who like the concept of a guerrilla-like scenario, this book is excellent, as Anakin must rely on his wits and improvisation to survive. The reader is exposed to new nuances of the Yuuzhan Vong political structure, as well as their Shapers, those who engineer new life-forms for specific purposes. Keyes does a fine job of conveying the desperation of the Jedi, as well as the aloofness of Fey'Iya, and the contempt of the Vong. Anakin risks much, his life, the lives of others, treading near the dark side, and is changed as a result. To know exactly how, you'll need to read it, and it's a fun ride.
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Summary: AT LAST!!!!!! WE HAVE A VICTORY!
Review: Keyes delivered a great text. I enjoyed finding more of Anakin and that not all of the Vong are loyal to their "god's." It was very intertaining to read of Anakin being able to sense the Vong ,and actually winning a battle.
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Summary: Ugh!
Review: Conquest is an encapsulated version of the reasons why the NJO is such a lousy series. It's a cross between the Young Jedi Knights kids series (Anakin and his pals) and sub-par Trek (the Borg, er, Vong). The publisher is really scraping bottom when it serves this juvenile swill up as a mainstream SW novel. Strictly for twelve-year-olds.
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