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A review by speculativeshelves
Escape from Valo by Alyssa Wong, Daniel José Older
adventurous
emotional
funny
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
4.0
Yet another delightful middle grade adventure for the High Republic! Really enjoyed the found family aspect of the Scarlet Skulls, the discussions on what "attachment" really means for Jedi, a significant plot point being the "best friends to enemies" trope (the quote "I'm killing my best friend. Have some respect." had me screaming I loved it) , the connection to Phase II of The High Republic Adventures, and the always excellent diverse representation.
I think the story did a great job of getting me emotionally invested in all of new characters but since this is a short book I couldn't help but want a little more from each of their character arcs (though I'm sure we'll get it in the future).
In a surprising turn of events the antagonists stole the show for me in this one - I cannot wait to see where Driggit and Niv Drendow's storyline goes from here - I loved everything about the epilogue.
I think the story did a great job of getting me emotionally invested in all of new characters but since this is a short book I couldn't help but want a little more from each of their character arcs (though I'm sure we'll get it in the future).
In a surprising turn of events the antagonists stole the show for me in this one - I cannot wait to see where Driggit and Niv Drendow's storyline goes from here - I loved everything about the epilogue.