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Summary: Very disappointing
Review: I had been long awaiting this new Jedi saga. What I got was another in a long string of mediocre Star Wars novels. The characterizations were awful, I felt myself wincing every time one of the old guard spoke. Han, Luke, Lando, and even Leia could have been interchangable. And a 16 year old questioning the whole order of the Jedi? I don't think so! And Mara and Leia sisterly bonding? The only well developed characters were the original ones including the Mara Jade knock off Danni. The beginning was very bloody and a bit gory. The ending was too easy. And the tragedy was basically uncalled for. Not to mention everything in the preceeding novel was ignored. What happened to Mara and Luke's future in the Outer Rim or what they found in Thrawn's outpost? How long have they been married? When did Mara met Nom Anor? As usual another Star Wars novelist missed the point. It's not about weapons, technological or biological, it's not about battles, it's about people and the Force that binds them all together. Let's hope that the rest of the series has some decent authors.
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Summary: Just "WOW"
Review: I was a bit teary eyed myself. This new direction is excellent. I loved reading this book, and I eagerly await more. And for the reader who thinks the Empire is out of this, I don't think so. There is still Empire controlled space (look on the map) ... If you've chosen to ignore previous Star Wars books, you must get this one. And do it soon, otherwise the surprises may be spoiled for you.
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Summary: Best Novel since the first Zahn trilogy
Review: At last, a Star Wars novel without mention of the pathetic remnants of the Imperial fleet. No warlords, no admirals, no admiral-impersonators, and no silly extra-dimensional entities named Waru. The Praetorate Vong are a great enemy!!! Love the biological weaponry -- unlike anything anyone's seen before. Also liked how Luke plans to start up the new Jedi Council -- tied in nicely with Phantom Menace. Didn't like how the story ended up so neatly, but otherwise a great start for this new Star Wars series. Great job by RA Salvatore -- keep up the good work.
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Summary: This book is one of the greatest of the Star Wars series!
Review: This book is a piece of literiture for sure. Its page tuner for all sci-fi fans. It's an action filled story with alot of vibrance. There are few authors who can make me cry, Salvatore is one of them! It involves the kids much more than previous books. The book is of execellent writing and never a dull moment, this book is definately one of the best!
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Summary: Salvatore's juggling act doesn't quite add up.
Review: I read the first 150 or so pages of this Book and really enjoyed it, then I read the rest of the book and my attitude changed. In my opinion, Salvatore is trying to juggle too many characters in one novel, and does a fair job at best of doing so. You have Luke and the original gang from the movie, the Solo kids, the YV's, Danni, Kyp and it is just doesn't work. Many times throughout the story I thought, "Come on, this just doesn't cut it." In any book, you have this bubble of believability that the author should stay in, for if he ventures out of this bubble, the story begins to crack. My other major complaint is the poor characterization of Luke and Mara, and their relationship together. Timothy Zahn set us all up with a great "Vision of the Future", and it seems that in the first book of the NJO series we are let down.
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Summary: Don't even bother--Should be no stars
Review: I don't believe that R.A. Salvatore has ever seen the Star Wars Saga. He doesn't seem to have a grasp of anything in the Star Wars Universe. In particular, he doesn't seem to understand the Jedi philosophy. At one point, Luke tells Leia and Han that they are "raising Jedi. Adventures, Warriors." Didn't Yoda say in Empire Strikes Back, that "Excitment, Adventure, a Jedi craves not these things." and didn't he lecture Luke about warriors and "Wars not make on great." While I initially thought that the way he discussed different ways of looking at the force was insightful, I didn't like the way he portrayed the events, i.e. that the Solo children express them. It wouldn't have been so bad, but he confuses their personalities which are very well set in the Young Jedi Knights and Junior Jedi Knights books. (These are listed in the timeline and so I am considering them canon. But Salvatore's work is not consistent with the portrayal of the children from the other novels either.) Jacen is the more passive of the twins, and the peacemaker, yet Salvatore portrays Jaina this way, and Jacen as if he is of the mindset, that his way is the only way, the best, most correct way. Also off base is their regard for their uncle and for their parents-- based on all the other novels. I consider his portrayal of Kyp Durron off base as well. And while he makes reference to some of the other storylines, he apparently didn't read the novels they came from because it is as if they have been just put in their to say, "See here is my homage to the other novels." These passages are out of context for where they came from and where they were put. The ultimate topper though had to be one major event. Their are some things that are sacred in the Star Wars Univese. Their are some things that you just don't do. And let me say, that Salvatore just better pull off a miracle in the next one. (I will be happy to answer you. ) Otherwise, in the words of Jar Jar Binks, "count me outta this one. " I consider myself somewhat of an expert in the Star Wars universe, having seen the original trilogy films over 100 times each and the Phantom Menace 17 times, as well as having read ALL the novels revolving around Luke, Leia, Han and the children. (In other words, I have not read the Tales of ... series or the X-wing books, but all others.) Let me tell you, Salvatore has no concept of the Star Wars universe, it's philosophies, or it's characters, and he has no respect for the fans.
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Summary: Good beginning of the post-Empire era of Star Wars
Review: This book was a very good beginning for the New Jedi Order series, and continued the storyline well from Vision of the Future (Timothy Zahn). The regular characters we are all used to seeing were written true to character and therefore made the book believeable from the start. We also get to see the main characters deal with more dramatic and personal issues in this book, unlike those we have seen before. It's nice to see them dealing with human issues we can relate to, instead of just defending the New Republic. I also liked how the Solo children were given a new light and have graduated from their former childish roles to more prominent and mature adult characters. This is a welcome change from past stories and could provide a smooth transition into future novels. Salvatore did an excellent job introducing the New Republic's newest enemy. I have to admit I was skeptical before reading the book, because I couldn't imagine a Star Wars book without the Empire as "the enemy". However I was not at all disappointed and I am eagerly awaiting the next book in this series. This was one of those books I couldn't put down until I had it finished.
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Summary: Excellent read, though darker than most...
Review: This boook is definitely the best story written in the Star Wars universe with the sole exception of Zahn's material. It is much darker than the other books and definitely turns the series in a new direction. I was questioning the removal of the Empire as the Ultimate enemy, but I have to say it works. I was also worrie about concentrating too much on Han and Leia's kids, but that works also. I even questioned the major event that occurs, a little prior knowledge, but that works well. It doesn't seem tohave been used merely as a hyping point, but as an actual plot device. Overall, I am very impressed. The main issue I have with it is the is no information on when the Jedi become so disconnected as an order. One Jedi character stood out as drastically different from his previous characteriations but it is not a major point at all.
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Summary: An excellent book, but imperfect as a Star Wars novel.
Review: As usual, Salvatore has written an excellent book--but, unfortunately, he seems to be inclined to write either pure fantasy or pure science fiction. He's unable to find the mix of the two that Star Wars really depends on. As other people have mentioned, this is a very emotional book, and the true fans will likely (and quite literally) cry in several places. The conclusion of the main plotline is a bit forced, but that's forgiveable. All in all, don't go into Vector Prime expecting a perfect Star Wars book. If you're willing to allow Salvatore to guide you into a slightly different universe, you'll be much happier with the results.
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Summary: WoW!
Review: I've been waiting for this book for a while now and it has been worth it. The plot is thickening and I think the new republic will have it's handsfull! The new enemies (not the empire!!) are quite interesting. They have a flavor all their own and can be quite scary. Their technology and beliefs are literally out of this galaxy. This novel is a good start to what will hopefully be an awesome series. It is a little darker than most star wars books and lacks alot of the humor that I really like about the x-wing books,but it is well worth it. My only complaint is that I can't wait to find out what happens next!
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