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feronstost's review
4.0
This was much better than I anticipated. Also it is very relevant to issues facing our society today. Such as bias in media, racism, oppression, and how those being oppressed don't even always know they /are/ being oppressed.
kurteeck's review against another edition
4.0
Written for younger readers, this book provides enough backstory to keep anyone a fan of Rebels engaged. Hopefully the story arc presented will be continued.
jbrooxd's review
4.0
Great introduction to this era in the Star Wars universe (between movie III and movie IV) from the side of people who still believe the Empire is there to help. Looking forward to reading more of these.
thales_the_sage's review against another edition
3.0
Too much of a sports focus
Overall the storyline is good. It follows Zare's life before the academy but it spends far too much time talking about the sport Grav-ball. Too much play by play that does nothing to progress the main storyline nor add any emotion for the reader.
Overall the storyline is good. It follows Zare's life before the academy but it spends far too much time talking about the sport Grav-ball. Too much play by play that does nothing to progress the main storyline nor add any emotion for the reader.
jazin95's review against another edition
3.0
Although it was a junior reader book, I still found it interesting. The set up seemed to introduce lots of new characters. There was way too much sports talk for my liking.
There was an excellent level of character development that didn't develop too fast. The pacing was perfect, and I liked how Jason Fry tackled the topic of racism.
Overall a good book.
There was an excellent level of character development that didn't develop too fast. The pacing was perfect, and I liked how Jason Fry tackled the topic of racism.
Overall a good book.
nathaliem's review
3.0
This story follows Zare Leonis, who is a character that originated in the Star Wars: Rebels series, and though his story is lightly touched upon, we never see the resolution to his story. This series of books is looking to change that.
I find it really interesting so far, and I'm assuming it only gets more interesting from here. I like Zare a lot, and this will make me look differently at him whenever I see his Rebels episodes again.
I find it really interesting so far, and I'm assuming it only gets more interesting from here. I like Zare a lot, and this will make me look differently at him whenever I see his Rebels episodes again.
ladyjane95's review against another edition
3.0
Although it was a junior reader book, I still found it interesting. The set up seemed to introduce lots of new characters. There was way too much sports talk for my liking.
There was an excellent level of character development that didn't develop too fast. The pacing was perfect, and I liked how Jason Fry tackled the topic of racism.
Overall a good book.
There was an excellent level of character development that didn't develop too fast. The pacing was perfect, and I liked how Jason Fry tackled the topic of racism.
Overall a good book.
jedi_indyjones's review
4.0
I am finally going back and reading the chapter books that correlate to the Rebels series. So far, I have enjoyed books adapted from the show as they add the value of character insight. However, my favorites have been the books that are original stories. Jason Fry does a great job on this book, which is a prequel to the Rebels series and is part of a 4 book series that center around Zare Leonis. This book kicks off the series and adds a complexity to the character that you simply cannot get from the show. These are great books for kids, but are great if you just can't get enough Star Wars or love the Rebels series. I am rewatching Rebels and as I do, I am reading the books. This makes a more complete experience for me as I move through episodes. I plan to follow this entire series as I complete my trek through the new canon.
bokelsker's review against another edition
4.0
Quick little read, competently written. Admittedly only bought it for Governor Pryce, enjoyed it more than expected.