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Queen's Shadow
by E.K. Johnston
Truly fantastic. There's almost no action, hardly any Jedi, and no real blaster fire until the end. Instead, we're treated to plenty of rich character writing, a wide cast of interconnected characters from the universe, and an enjoyable, interwoven, political plotline that I could not get enough of. This book explores two of the most under-explored aspects of Star Wars: the political day-to-day of the Republic Senate, and Padme herself. It does a brilliant job on both fronts. There's plenty of cultural nuance with Naboo itself, as well. Powerful ending. Easily one of my new favorite Star Wars books.