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charliecoldwell's review
adventurous
dark
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
My favourite Star Wars book/book series. It follows the life of Darth Bane as he descends from a relatable and even likeable character at the start to the monster of a Sith that he becomes. I literally couldn't put this book down when I was reading it. The third book does drag a little but thats the only real weakness for me. The world building for the Old Republic era is amazing. If you're interested in Sith lore, this is as good as it gets. This trilogy acts sort of as a prequel to the Darth Plagueis novel, although I read Plagueis first I would definitely suggest starting here first because it adds context for stuff like the establishment of the rule of two. Essential for any Star Wars fan.
jkraemo's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
hstapp's review
3.0
PATH OF DESTRUCTION: 3 stars
This book was going along really well, until Githany was introduced. I'm really tired of women being used as a tool to inject some sex into a story. Oh also Githany is evil and uses sex as a tool to twist men, specifically men to her will and betray them. She's the hottest thing since super hot sexualized toast. Even her force brain waves exude sex like hot butter. It's just awful and really bad. Enjoyed the rest of the book though.
RULE OF TWO: 3 stars
I'm quite enjoying these, though the sexual parts are pretty repulsive. Oh she's so hot! All the other women glare at her with envy. Not a queer person in sight in this version of star wars and all women see in a beautiful woman is jealousy, and fear that they'll steal their man. Since you know. Everyone's straight and all.
It's pretty gross. But the action's good and the story in general I'm enjoying.
DYNASTY OF EVIL: 3 stars
A good ending, a mysterious ending. Character descriptions in these books can be a bit offputting for me. Just in how they go into a descriptive block, and get all the character description out of the way in one go. I can't visualize so it's too much for me to grasp all at once.
I really like how the books continue to introduce interesting characters throughout, and it ties people back in. People you thought were minor characters or over and done with. A lot of books do this I suppose but I thought it was done well here. I also think that the number of women characters we get are great. And the characters are generally quite good as well. I just think some of the specific this character is a woman, let me tell you about women aspects are bad.
This book was going along really well, until Githany was introduced. I'm really tired of women being used as a tool to inject some sex into a story. Oh also Githany is evil and uses sex as a tool to twist men, specifically men to her will and betray them. She's the hottest thing since super hot sexualized toast. Even her force brain waves exude sex like hot butter. It's just awful and really bad. Enjoyed the rest of the book though.
RULE OF TWO: 3 stars
I'm quite enjoying these, though the sexual parts are pretty repulsive. Oh she's so hot! All the other women glare at her with envy. Not a queer person in sight in this version of star wars and all women see in a beautiful woman is jealousy, and fear that they'll steal their man. Since you know. Everyone's straight and all.
It's pretty gross. But the action's good and the story in general I'm enjoying.
DYNASTY OF EVIL: 3 stars
A good ending, a mysterious ending. Character descriptions in these books can be a bit offputting for me. Just in how they go into a descriptive block, and get all the character description out of the way in one go. I can't visualize so it's too much for me to grasp all at once.
I really like how the books continue to introduce interesting characters throughout, and it ties people back in. People you thought were minor characters or over and done with. A lot of books do this I suppose but I thought it was done well here. I also think that the number of women characters we get are great. And the characters are generally quite good as well. I just think some of the specific this character is a woman, let me tell you about women aspects are bad.
rissasreading's review
3.0
I really enjoyed the first two novels of this trilogy but I wasn't a fan of the last one. The first two felt really well put together and cohesive to each other whereas the last one just didn't feel like it fit. The ending given for Darth Bane didn't feel right for him and almost felt like it was just wrapped up in some sort of bow. However I didn't want that I wanted more from the ending.
I still enjoyed these books for Darth Bane and Zannah, they were brutal!
I still enjoyed these books for Darth Bane and Zannah, they were brutal!
tinzy's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
fleverin's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
dark_master1's review
5.0
The Sith will never give up their plans!
As we already know, the Sith order and it's members are ruthless when it comes to their favorite game, exterminating their mortal enemy, the Jedi Order. Is there anything that they wouldn't do in order to achieve it? No. There isn't. Darth bane is the culmination of the sith Lords. He is, as you'll come to discover, the one who'll bring forth the Rule of two. "One master and one apprentice, one to embody the power of the Dark Side, the other, to crave it."
This is the basic tenent of the Rule of two.
In the first instalment of the series, Path of destruction, Darth Bane has to topple the previous Sith Regime, Skere Kaan's Brotherhood of Darkness. Thuss, ending the new Sith wars, and making the jedi think that their victory is assured, untill, you guessed it! The coming of Darth Sidious!
The second book deals with Bane's chosen apprentice, Darth Zanah, and their consolidation of power.
As the Rule of Two is brought into effect, the Sith have to gather power by striking from the shadows, not through direct (combat related means) direct means, untill they'll be ready to take down the republic.
This is a thrilling series if you're a fan of the Sith in general, and if you happen to be curious of their Modus operandi.
I confess that dynasty of Evil prooved a bit dragged out at times, but it pays off quickly with the ending.
Every book of this trilogy has at least one climactic battle, at least one if not more, lightsaber duels that will leave you staggering and holding your breath for more.
As we already know, the Sith order and it's members are ruthless when it comes to their favorite game, exterminating their mortal enemy, the Jedi Order. Is there anything that they wouldn't do in order to achieve it? No. There isn't. Darth bane is the culmination of the sith Lords. He is, as you'll come to discover, the one who'll bring forth the Rule of two. "One master and one apprentice, one to embody the power of the Dark Side, the other, to crave it."
This is the basic tenent of the Rule of two.
In the first instalment of the series, Path of destruction, Darth Bane has to topple the previous Sith Regime, Skere Kaan's Brotherhood of Darkness. Thuss, ending the new Sith wars, and making the jedi think that their victory is assured, untill, you guessed it! The coming of Darth Sidious!
The second book deals with Bane's chosen apprentice, Darth Zanah, and their consolidation of power.
As the Rule of Two is brought into effect, the Sith have to gather power by striking from the shadows, not through direct (combat related means) direct means, untill they'll be ready to take down the republic.
This is a thrilling series if you're a fan of the Sith in general, and if you happen to be curious of their Modus operandi.
I confess that dynasty of Evil prooved a bit dragged out at times, but it pays off quickly with the ending.
Every book of this trilogy has at least one climactic battle, at least one if not more, lightsaber duels that will leave you staggering and holding your breath for more.
eddieawesomeg's review
5.0
Great trilogy. I enjoyed reading about the rise and fall of the most prolific Sith Lord. The story moved quite well and I couldn't wait to see what the next page had to offer.
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