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Light of the Jedi

By: Charles Soule
Narrated by: Marc Thompson
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Long before the First Order, before the Empire, before even The Phantom Menace...Jedi lit the way for the galaxy in the High Republic.

It is a golden age. Intrepid hyperspace scouts expand the reach of the Republic to the furthest stars, worlds flourish under the benevolent leadership of the Senate and peace reigns, enforced by the wisdom and strength of the renowned order of Force users known as the Jedi. With the Jedi at the height of their power, the free citizens of the galaxy are confident in their ability to weather any storm. But the even brightest light can cast a shadow, and some storms defy any preparation.

When a shocking catastrophe in hyperspace tears a ship to pieces, the flurry of shrapnel emerging from the disaster threatens an entire system. No sooner does the call for help go out than the Jedi race to the scene. The scope of the emergence, however, is enough to push even Jedi to their limit. As the sky breaks open and destruction rains down upon the peaceful alliance they helped to build, the Jedi must trust in the Force to see them through a day in which a single mistake could cost billions of lives.

Even as the Jedi battle valiantly against calamity, something truly deadly grows beyond the boundary of the Republic. The hyperspace disaster is far more sinister than the Jedi could ever suspect. A threat hides in the darkness, far from the light of the age, and harbours a secret that could strike fear into even a Jedi's heart.

©2020 Charles Soule (P)2020 Penguin Audio
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It took me a bit to get into it, but I really, really ended up enjoying it.

The characters are compelling and the subtle links to the Star Wars we know and love is something I truly appreciate.

If you pick this up, you won’t regret it.

Fantastic!

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I think the reason some people found this book boring is because a good chunk of the set up is heavy on the science fiction. Whereas Star Wars novels are usually heavy on fantasy, lore and adventure. The opening is probably more Star Trek than some might like. But, I loved it.

My one criticism was about the voice for the main bad guy. It felt a bit reedy and weak for a main villain. But, even that choice is paid off in a big way. Really enjoyed this one and was sad when it was over. But, what an ending!

Actual science fiction

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There is something... off about the beginning of this audio book. The story isn't the worst I've heard, but I think the direction is a quite strange.

I've heard the narrator countless times before and very much enjoy his performances. However this time it seems he was directed differently and the performances sound much more animated. This gets better further into the book you go.

The story is actually quite interesting.

stay with it

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At first I wasn't sold on this book, but after a couple of chapter's I was in. the characters are great and go nicely into the universe. Marc Thompson gives another fantastic narration.

A Great Star War!

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Loved the music and ambience and the performance was great. This new high republic era started great! :)

Perfect entrance into a new era

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