Star Wars: Jedi Academy (Star Wars: Jedi Academy #1)
Book Title: Star Wars: Jedi Academy (Star Wars: Jedi Academy #1)
Book Description: This incredible, original story captures all of the humor, awkwardness, fun, and frustrations of middle school--all told through one boy's comics, journal entries, letters, doodles, and newspaper clippings. The setting? A galaxy far, far away... Roan's one dream is to leave home and attend Pilot Academy like his older brother, father, and grandfather. But just as Roan is mysteriously denied entrance to Pilot School, he is invited to attend Jedi Academy--a school that he didn't apply to and only recruits children when they are just a few years old. That is, until now... This inventive novel follows Roan's first year at Jedi Academy where, under the tutelage of Master Yoda, he learns that he possesses more strength and potential than he could have ever dreamed. Oh, and he learns other important things too--like how to make a baking soda volcano, fence with a lightsaber, slow dance with a girl, and lift boulders with the Force.
Book Author: Jeffrey Brown
Book Format: Paperback
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ISBN: 978-0545505178
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Story / Interest
(4.5)
Differs from others in the series as it is more of a journal and pictures are black & white, but still enjoyable!
There are always going to be die-hard Star Wars fans, so you have a built-in fanbase with practically anything that address that topic. The Jedi Academy by Jeffrey Brown is a fantastic book for any Star Wars fan, young or old. This sequel to the wildly popular Darth Vader and Son follows five-year-old Jedi Hopeful Roan Novachez as he enters the Jedi Academy. This book is different though, as it has black and white illustrations (the previous books had full color pictures) and it is more of a journal-style. The narrative follows Roan as he meets another Padawan, learns about the Jedi Order, and solves puzzles. This story did make me laugh at moments and it also has fun action sequences. The characters are all relatable, and readers will be able to empathize with Roan’s struggles as he deals with feelings of fear and inadequacy. In sum, The Jedi Academy is a fun, entertaining read. The story is engaging and filled with adventure, while the art does a great job of bringing the world of a Jedi Academy to life. Recommended!
Overall
4.5