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3.9 AVERAGE
3.9 AVERAGE
As much as this was about Padmé Amidala when she first joined the Senate, it was also about her loyal handmaidens. Sabe, the Kiera Knightley from the movies. And others I can’t get into. I almost wish there was more.
I'm heartsick about the ending and I'm heartsick we didn't get this book 20 years ago and I wish it was edited a little better, but I cherish the whole experience of reading it. It's wonderful. It may bring succor and inspiration to even a long turned-adult girl.
Star Wars books are supposed to be terrible, and when one like this comes along that's actually good I don't know what to do. I'm blown away that someone took something as boring as the Naboo political characters from the Star Wars prequels and made them not only interesting, but actual characters you can enjoy. 10 out of 10. Well, 8 out of 10, because Naboo is the planetary equivalent of a Mary Sue, but maybe 9 out of 10 because it stays within the post-1983 tradition of Star Wars good guys being all superior and stuff.
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I love space politics
“And to every girl who has ever asked for more from Star Wars. You’re my spark”
What a beautiful dedication from the author, E. K. Johnson. I am so grateful that she has taken the time to flesh out some of the best characters in Star Wars, and breathe new insight into the customs of Naboo, including the Handmaidens.
I also loved how the start and end of the book mirrored each other so perfectly
I love Padme Amidala
“And to every girl who has ever asked for more from Star Wars. You’re my spark”
What a beautiful dedication from the author, E. K. Johnson. I am so grateful that she has taken the time to flesh out some of the best characters in Star Wars, and breathe new insight into the customs of Naboo, including the Handmaidens.
I also loved how the start and end of the book mirrored each other so perfectly
I love Padme Amidala
1st read (didn't know it was going to be a trilogy) I want to read so much more about Padme. It was super interesting to see how her handmaids worked and what the beginning of her term in Senate. I hoped it was going to go past this time, and include how she felt when she ran back into Anakin, and how she grew in the Senate. Also, could she please have her own graphic novel series? Please?
2nd read- I listened to the audiobook this time and it was a wonderful experience! Also knowing there is one more book to read after this was exciting, and i highly recommend reading them in chronological order as opposed to book order number. This series is so detailed and smart and shows how incredible Padme really is as a character. I would read so many more!
2nd read- I listened to the audiobook this time and it was a wonderful experience! Also knowing there is one more book to read after this was exciting, and i highly recommend reading them in chronological order as opposed to book order number. This series is so detailed and smart and shows how incredible Padme really is as a character. I would read so many more!
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I absolutely ADORED this book, and I cannot wait for its prequel coming out this year! It provided so much substance to Padmé, especially her handmaidens who we learned next to nothing about in the movies. Plus, confirmation from Ms. Johnston herself on Twitter, that some of the handmaidens were indeed queer and any chance I can have for queer representation, I’m so here for, especially in a universe as straight male-dominated as Star Wars. Definitely recommend!
‘Queen’s Shadow’ does a great job of fleshing out Padmè’s character outside of Anakin Skywalker. The book provides the time that we didn’t see in the movies in Padmè’s life where she transitions from queen to senator. We learn about her fears and hopes and wants. We also see her friendship with her handmaids and those learn more about those handmaids themselves, Sabè specifically.
The only really problem with ‘Queen’s Shadow’ is that it’s kind of boring. It’s very political heavy and because it deals with Padmè before the Clone Wars, we don’t get much or any action. It’s not a long read but it felt longer then it was because it wasn’t all that entertaining.
The only really problem with ‘Queen’s Shadow’ is that it’s kind of boring. It’s very political heavy and because it deals with Padmè before the Clone Wars, we don’t get much or any action. It’s not a long read but it felt longer then it was because it wasn’t all that entertaining.
adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes