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"Master
Yaddle joins Anakin and Obi-Wan as they attempt to bring stability
to a planet struggling against criminal rule.
"There are a few key elements to this book that stand it in
good stead. Firstly, it features Master Yaddle. It is always
refreshing to get a more in-depth look at some of the lesser known
characters, so finding out a little about her back-story and her
personality was exciting. Also, we get revelations about Anakin and
Obi-Wan's current nemesis in The Shadow Trap, revelations
that add an even more sinister shade to his actions than previously.
"Generally, though, the book is pretty ordinary. With those two
larger factors removed, the plot is average, the characters are
stereotypes and even the thoughts and feelings of Obi-Wan and Anakin
regarding their Master/Padawan relationship are becoming a just a
touch repetitive (although there is still sufficient progression for
them to remain interesting). In addition, I felt that the cover was
not quite what it could have been, as with the previous book. If the
story features Yaddle as prominently as it does, why does Yoda
appear on the cover instead of her? Admittedly, Yoda does appear in
the story, but the implication of the cover art is that he is
central to the story when, in fact, he isn't - it is Yaddle who is
the pivotal character. The disinterest I felt with the Jedi
Apprentice series towards the end has sadly already set in with
the Jedi Quest series. Hopefully Watson will
provide a suitably rousing finale rather than dwindling
unspectacularly.
"Regardless of any mediocrity, there are just enough plus
points to make it worthwhile."
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