Rating: Summary: Don't mess with Maul Review: Essentially, this novel is one long chase through the bowels of Coruscant, as Darth Maul attempts to track down and destroy a con artist and a Jedi/Padawan pair who have stumbled onto some very important information regarding impending plans by the series villains (as it happens, the invasion of Naboo). As an anti-hero Darth Maul is somewhat engaging if rather single-minded and humorless, and his pursuit of his quarry is actually quite interesting. But the highlight of this novel are the actions of those he is pursuing. From the moment Darth Maul is on their tail you know how this will end (after all, we've seen The Phantom Menace), but of course the characters don't know that and how they meet the threat from Maul is actually quite heroic. I don't want to spoil the ending, of course, but I will say that Maul does not come out of this as victorious as you might think, and there is a sliver of hope for the forces of good. But in the mean time there is Maul with that vicious two-bladed lightsaber of his in the way, and believe me you don't want to be in HIS way.Overall, a nicely done bit of spaghetti space-western.
Rating: Summary: The Dawn of Darth Maul Review: If you're curious about what Darth Maul did before "Phantom Menace,"this is the book for you!Find out what lead to him becoming Darth Sidious' apprentice and learn about his FIRST mission.The story leads up to"The Phantom Menace" and involves Maul,the Trade Federation leaders,and a trader in search of a rare artifact.That's all I can say withoutout ruining it for yoy,except that if you wonder where Darth Maul came from-or what lead to Episode 1 you'll find Shadow Hunter is what you've been hunting for!
Rating: Summary: Deeper into the mystery that is Darth Maul Review: Not the greatest of star wars books but for fans of Darth Maul or fleeting star wars fans in general it is a good read to learn more about Darth Maul than the movie gave you. The story is basically Darth Maul chasing after someone, during the course of which he has quite a few setbacks that by the end of the book you are screaming "Just catch him already!" The things you realize and learn about Darth Maul through the course of the book are more interesting than the actual plot of the book. You are also introduced to a cool new jedi in training as well.
Rating: Summary: Darth Maul, we hardly knew thee... Review: If you are a Darth Maul fan, and long for the day where Sith were more than just creepy old guys, then this is the book for you. It is colorful, exciting, a quick read. Maul is relentless, this book paints him almost as a Michael Myers (of Halloween fame) or a Jason (Friday the 13th): A stalking relentless Menace leaving death and destruction in his path. This is certainly his book. You'll buzz through it and find that you enjoyed yourself.
Rating: Summary: A Walk on the Dark Side. Review: Darth Maul: Shadow Hunter is one of the more interesting of the prequel books. The main reason is that it gives a different look at the young Sith. Unlike the Darth Maul trade paper back, this is not an unrealistic portrayal of Maul's fighting skills but a look at the character himself. The body count in this book is more realistic and shows Maul relaying on his skills with the force and on his mind, much more than his skills with a light saber. Shadow Hunter portrays Maul as an intelligent and respectful (to the ones who earned it) warrior. This is the best book I have read about Darth Maul. This book also features new characters including a droid, a criminal, a young Jedi, and the Black Sun. These were all interesting and likable characters. However, there were almost too many characters and there were many times that large intervals of the book would pass with Maul having little to do with the story. These problems aside this was a good read and well worth the time.
Rating: Summary: One of THE best Star Wars Books EVER Review: I Think this book is a fantastic one. Because Lots of Star Wars Fans would like to know more about the Dark lord of the sith called Darth Maul. And thats what this book does. An excellent work.
Rating: Summary: Cool book Review: I thought this book was pretty cool. I thought the ending was awesome! The only detraction I would have is for the names of the different fighting poses of Darth Maul. I do not really want to take off a whole star for that but I cannot take off a 1/4 of a star. I really did enjoy it and I liked the whole idea of going to the bottom tier of Corosant, and the dregs that live there.
Rating: Summary: A great example of classic pulp science fiction Review: Michael Reaves has done his homework. Not only is he able to slip comfortably into the Star Wars Universe, he also does a very good job at recreating that fast and gritty space opera atmosphere which was the hallmark of the science fiction pulp novel of the fifties and sixties. Michael Reaves may not be Robert Heinlein, but he gets the job done. The story itself continues where "Cloak of Deception" by James Luceno leaves off. Only weeks before the blockade of Naboo ( in the Episode I movie ), a leak has been discovered, and Darth Maul has been sent to plug it before the Jedi have a chance to foil the Siths' evil plans.....
Rating: Summary: An incredible thriller set in the Star Wars universe! Review: This is easily my favorite Star Wars book to date. It has a completely different feel. This is like one of those simplistic, but great Stephen King novels that you simply can't put down. If you want to get away from all the politics and huge number of characters and planets involved in most Star Wars books and instead take a wild ride as the coolest villain ever made relentlessly and brilliantly hunts his unfortunate group of prey throughout Coruscant than this book is for you. The action is non-stop with lightsabers, blasters, and horrendous creatures lighting up every page. I recommend this not only to fans of Star Wars, but to fans of thrillers in general.
Rating: Summary: Darth John loves Darth Maul. Review: I like this book because it's cool. I also like this book because of my beloved... Darth Maul. I curse the Jedi for rescuing Lorn and I5 when they were about to be killed by my beloved Sith character? I hate the Jedi. I hate their masters. Guardians of the galaxy? The only thing they're interested in guarding is their way of life. I want you future fans to be surprised that I. Darth John hates the Jedi. I also like the Nemoidians. They're cool. I highly recommend this.
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