Master and Apprentice - Claudia Gray.

Title: Master and Apprentice
Author: Claudia Gray
Publisher: Del Rey Books
Publication date: April 16, 2019
330 Pages
5/5 Stars

Goodreads Synopsis

An unexpected offer threatens the bond between Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi as the two Jedi navigate a dangerous new planet and an uncertain future.

A Jedi must be a fearless warrior, a guardian of justice, and a scholar in the ways of the Force. But perhaps a Jedi’s most essential duty is to pass on what they have learned. Master Yoda trained Dooku; Dooku trained Qui-Gon Jinn; and now Qui-Gon has a Padawan of his own. But while Qui-Gon has faced all manner of threats and danger as a Jedi, nothing has ever scared him like the thought of failing his apprentice.

Obi-Wan Kenobi has deep respect for his Master, but struggles to understand him. Why must Qui-Gon so often disregard the laws that bind the Jedi? Why is Qui-Gon drawn to ancient Jedi prophecies instead of more practical concerns? And why wasn’t Obi-Wan told that Qui-Gon is considering an invitation to join the Jedi Council—knowing it would mean the end of their partnership? The simple answer scares him: Obi-Wan has failed his Master.

When Jedi Rael Averross, another former student of Dooku, requests their assistance with a political dispute, Jinn and Kenobi travel to the royal court of Pijal for what may be their final mission together. What should be a simple assignment quickly becomes clouded by deceit, and by visions of violent disaster that take hold in Qui-Gon’s mind. As Qui-Gon’s faith in prophecy grows, Obi-Wan’s faith in him is tested—just as a threat surfaces that will demand that Master and apprentice come together as never before, or be divided forever. 

Review

I haven't read any of the older Star Wars books, but I love Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan, and I enjoyed this story very much!

Having only gotten into Star Wars when I began dating my (now) husband (10 years ago), I know my knowledge on the subject is lacking. I don't know what's cannon in the story and what's not. I'm not familiar with Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan's history - other than what I've seen in the movies. So I don't know how true to the Lucas history this story is. 

That being said, I really loved this book! I really enjoyed seeing how Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan acted with each other; learning more about what it's like for a Master and his Apprentice. You got a deeper look into the characters - their thoughts and moods, and where they came from. You got to see them wrestle with how they viewed duty. You got to see how Qui-Gon was drawn to the ancient Jedi prophecies which play a role when he meets Anakin in the movies (Episode 1: the Phantom Menace). I just found it all to be very interesting to read about.

So if you love Star Wars - even if you're newer to it - I'd highly recommend this book! 

Happy reading, and May the force be with you!