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Summary: A Jedi Apprentice Fan Thriller!
Review: I thought this book was wonderful. I loved the detail on the surroundings and the characters. I thought some of the parts of the book were a bit sad. You actually felt for the characters like they were your long time friends. That signifies a good book when you feel that way. When Obi-Wan felt very bad about the death of Bruck Chun he did not want to meet with Bruck's father, Vox Chun.(If you have not read at least the first 10 books in the Jedi Apprentice series, this book will make no sense to you). I only wished this book was alot longer. The book would zoom ahead 12 years when Obi-Wan has Anikan as a Padawan. I loved how it got into the feelings of Anikan. You could almost sense his knowledge of misunderstanding, and his path to the Dark Side. Thal was also in this a little too, and that was an influense on the beginning characters as well. I hope they have a Special Edition #2. The cover on this book is holographic too! Jude Watson has again put out an amazing book that will bring Star Wars fans and readers to understand the characters of Episode I and II a little better. Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan----Obi-Wan and Anikan. This is a book you must buy. Enjoy! (if you liked my review, please hit YES below, thanks!)
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Summary: Worth a read
Review: It's not as good as the other books in the series, but it's not too bad, although it is rather predictable.
The book is divided into two parts. The first part happens after book 8, when Obi-Wan is 14. The second part is three years after Qui-Gon dies, when Anakin is Obi-wan's apprentice.
After Bruck falls to his death while fighting Obi-Wan, his father comes to the Temple to inquire into his son's death. He accuses Obi-Wan of having resposibility for Bruck's death. Obi-Wan is found innocent, but he has gained two enemies for life - Bruck's father and brother.
And twelve years later, as he re-unites with two old friends, Andra and Den, aboard a huge ship where people may be held against their will, he also re-unites with his two enemies.
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Summary: This special edition JA book is 'especially' great!
Review: Obi-Wan Kenobi is still dealing with grief over the death of another Jedi student, Bruck Chun. Unfortunately, Bruck's father and brother are blaming Obi-Wan on the death, saying that Obi-Wan murdered him! Together with Qui-Gon Jinn his Master, Obi-Wan must clear his name. But even if he is found not guilty, he will gain a hateful enemy. Twelve years later, Obi-Wan is now a Jedi Knight and master to young Anakin Skywalker. Obi-Wan's past is just about to catch up with him as he must face his old enemies. Together with Anakin, Obi-Wan fights off deception with truth, solving a mystery which was never really solved.Completely enjoyable, it's very hard not to read the whole book in one read. The book is separated generally in two parts, the first part involving Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan, the second part Obi-Wan and Anakin. The first part was very well written, putting Obi-Wan's emotions into words with such reality that you can't help but feel for him. The second part has more action and adventure, ending the story well. We also get to read again about past characters Den and Andra, from book 8, "The Day of Reckoning". Very exciting and fun to read, "Deceptions" is an exceptionally 'special' edition, a must-read for Jedi Apprentice fans. This series explains a lot about how Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan first meet. Their beginning is far from simple and all smooth-sailings, which would be pretty monotonous if it was. Though the books are said for ages 9-12, like many other reviewers I agree that the Jedi Apprentice Series are for anybody. Extremely well-written, the emotions, thoughts, and feelings of the main characters are very well put down into words. I also like the different array of humans and aliens which are portrayed, both good and bad. Like I said the rest of the Jedi Apprentice books, altogether 20 books, are written by Jude Watson and are all very highly recommended from me. The books don't really 'end' at all, the books ends in either a cliffhanger or with a little glimpse into the future. Believe me, once you start reading them, you'll want to read the next one... then the next one... I can't wait for Jude Watson's next Star Wars series, The Jedi Quest Series with Obi-Wan Kenobi as the Jedi Master and Anakin Skywalker as the Padawan Apprentice. Another Star Wars Series I recommend and like a lot are the Young Jedi Knights series. The stories are about Jacen and Jaina Solo (twins of Han and Leia Solo), and their friends as they journey on the road to becoming Jedi Knights. More on the teenager level of reading. For adult readings, a few selections I enjoy reading are "The Thrawn Trilogy", "Rogue Planet", "The Jedi Academy Trilogy", "The Corellian Trilogy", and "The Truce at Bakura".
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Summary: Jedi Apprentice: Special Edition: Deceptions
Review: Obi-Wan Kenobi knows that he didn't want to kill Bruck, but he had to in order to save his Master, Qui-Gon Jinn, as well as the Temple. And he knew that Bruck had never been a friend to him - in fact, he was a dangerous enemy who had turned to the Dark Side with Qui-Gonn's former rival, Xanatos. Now, twelve long years later, his Master is dead, and his own Padawan, Anakin, is at his side. Bruck's death is long forgotten, but the memory of his remorse still haunts Obi-Wan. But little does he know that those who still remembered Bruck's "murderer" are still vengeful and bent on anger - anger that may cost Obi-Wan and Anakin their lives. This Special Edition of the Jedi Apprentice series, Deceptions, was a powerful and gripping addition to the series, and very long. It wasn't the best, but definitely one of them - and the writing was fabulous, as well as the unforgettable characters Jude Watson always knows how to carefully formulate and position in this wonderful story. Those that have read the past thirteen books in the Jedi Apprentice series should not miss this special story.
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Summary: Hardly "Special" at All
Review: Perhaps I read a different book from everyone else, but Deceptions hardly seems worth the glossy "Special Edition" cover, let alone the alleluia's other reviewers have given it. I have enjoyed the Jedi Apprentice books I have read, finding them to be amusing and occasionally moving. Unfortunately, the first half of Deceptions is completely uninspiring, with Obi-Wan even more immersed in his own insecurities than usual. Part two picks up, fortunately, and saves the book. Now we have an Obi-Wan in nearly every way consistent with the Obi-Wan of Episode II, and Anakin (now 12), while still retaining some of the wide-eyed wonder of The Phantom Menace, shows some traits that come to dominate his personality in Attack of the Clones - a fine feat of forecasting by Watson. The three star rating I have given the book is due to the fine Obi-Wan/Anakin characterizations. While Part Two is better written than Part One, neither has a plot that holds interest. The story is dull and predictable, even by the standards of "young adult" fiction. Perhaps the *very* young adults will find something of interest or surprise. We older adults, however, will find Deceptions to be like a Twinkie - sweet tasting at times but not filling.
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Summary: Hardly "Special" at All
Review: Perhaps I read a different book from everyone else, but Deceptions hardly seems worth the glossy "Special Edition" cover, let alone the alleluia's other reviewers have given it. I have enjoyed the Jedi Apprentice books I have read, finding them to be amusing and occasionally moving. Unfortunately, the first half of Deceptions is completely uninspiring, with Obi-Wan even more immersed in his own insecurities than usual. Part two picks up, fortunately, and saves the book. Now we have an Obi-Wan in nearly every way consistent with the Obi-Wan of Episode II, and Anakin (now 12), while still retaining some of the wide-eyed wonder of The Phantom Menace, shows some traits that come to dominate his personality in Attack of the Clones - a fine feat of forecasting by Watson. The three star rating I have given the book is due to the fine Obi-Wan/Anakin characterizations. While Part Two is better written than Part One, neither has a plot that holds interest. The story is dull and predictable, even by the standards of "young adult" fiction. Perhaps the *very* young adults will find something of interest or surprise. We older adults, however, will find Deceptions to be like a Twinkie - sweet tasting at times but not filling.
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Summary: Delicate Situation
Review: The fans of Star Wars are in an odd situation. Everyone knows who Anakin will become, what he will do, and how his life will end. We are in this spot as George Lucas chose to make the second half of the story first with Episodes IV, V, and VI. There are still unanswered issues like who is Anakin's Father, and that information will be interesting. I liked this book because it was almost one third longer than the original Apprentice books, although the price was raised, but readers are still getting more for their money. In a manner this was almost two short stories in one book, and as she almost always has done, Jude Watson wrote a good tale. My issue with this book, and those that will be published between now and the movie's opening, is the detail they give away about Anakin. From Episode IV when they squared off in the first Death Star it was made clear Obi-Wan and Vader had a long history. What was not clear was why they had taken different paths, and why Vader was confined to the suit. Now there is not a great deal of mystery left. Anakin is brought in to The Jedi Temple against the better judgment of the wisest of masters. He then becomes the apprentice to Obi-Wan who is a great character but is seriously flawed to the point he left the Jedi Order several books ago, to once again return. His own Master Qui Gon was again a great character, but was a Knight that followed rules as he sought fit, a bit of a rogue to use a well-worn phrase. This book continues to show Anakin's flaws, why his fall is guaranteed. The mystery to me is why this young boy with raw Jedi Skills that were measured and surpassed those before him, was not just trained, but trained by those who were hardly the most disciplined. Likable Knights they were, the best teachers they were not. As always a fun read, I hope there are surprises great in number starting next May with Episode II.
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Summary: Seeing through the darkness
Review: This book Deceptions, is a well thought out book. The fact that OBi-wan could never forget what has happened to him intrested me to read this book. Kenobi misses Qui-gon a lot, and three years later after Qui-gon's death I believe this is one of those times where Kenobi needed Qui-gon more than ever. Kenobi's relationship between him and Anakin was a vague relationship. The relationship between him and Qui-gon is much more stronger than the relationship between Kenobi and Anakin. What can this lead to?
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Summary: STAR WARS Deception
Review: This book has two parts. The first relates a difficult period for Obi-Wan, when his actions resulted in the death of another apprentice while the second takes moves forward to a time when Anakin Skywalker has become Obi-Wan's Padawan and Qui-Gon has been dead several years. While Obi-Wan tries to be a good mentor to Anakin, he learns that the past is not easy to leave behind. Anakin is an exceptional student in many ways, but perhaps Yoda's concerns that he was too old to learn the Jedi ways were correct. As Obi-Wan and Anakin investigate the captain and passengers of a spaceship community, they continue to develop their relationship together at the same time each is troubled by his own problems. Characters are interesting and well-written and the plot is engaging. Vocabulary and structure are appropriate to the target audience, though probably not entertaining or deep enough for older readers or adults.
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Summary: the past haunts Obi-Wan and his Padawan
Review: This book has two parts. The first relates a difficult period for Obi-Wan, when his actions resulted in the death of another apprentice while the second takes moves forward to a time when Anakin Skywalker has become Obi-Wan's Padawan and Qui-Gon has been dead several years. While Obi-Wan tries to be a good mentor to Anakin, he learns that the past is not easy to leave behind. Anakin is an exceptional student in many ways, but perhaps Yoda's concerns that he was too old to learn the Jedi ways were correct. As Obi-Wan and Anakin investigate the captain and passengers of a spaceship community, they continue to develop their relationship together at the same time each is troubled by his own problems. Characters are interesting and well-written and the plot is engaging. Vocabulary and structure are appropriate to the target audience, though probably not entertaining or deep enough for older readers or adults.
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