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The Approaching Storm by Alan Dean Foster
3.5
adventurous challenging hopeful inspiring reflective tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

I enjoyed this story, but it really didn't move the needle for me...with the characters.

I kept waiting for that moment, where I was "with" our heroes, as they fought the evil antagonists (whoever they may be). In waiting for that moment (or moments), I felt the pace linger too long on scenes, and the weight of the scenes didn't have the impact that I wish it had.

It is not a bad book/story, but I felt it was uneven. I usually love the banter between Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker, BUT...I felt that tension and brotherly love wasn't up front and personal in this book. There were glimpse, but nothing well crafted.

I don't think the author is the best in the business, but I don't think this was his finer work.

Well, moving on to the next story.