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Kenobi: Star Wars Legends

By: John Jackson Miller
Narrated by: Jonathan Davis
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 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The Republic has fallen. Sith Lords rule the galaxy. Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi has lost everything . . . everything but hope.

Tatooine—a harsh desert world where farmers toil in the heat of two suns while trying to protect themselves and their loved ones from the marauding Tusken Raiders. A backwater planet on the edge of civilized space. And an unlikely place to find a Jedi Master in hiding, or an orphaned infant boy on whose tiny shoulders rests the future of a galaxy.

Known to locals only as “Ben,” the bearded and robed offworlder is an enigmatic stranger who keeps to himself, shares nothing of his past, and goes to great pains to remain an outsider. But as tensions escalate between the farmers and a tribe of Sand People led by a ruthless war chief, Ben finds himself drawn into the fight, endangering the very mission that brought him to Tatooine.

Ben—Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi, hero of the Clone Wars, traitor to the Empire, and protector of the galaxy’s last hope—can no more turn his back on evil than he can reject his Jedi training. And when blood is unjustly spilled, innocent lives threatened, and a ruthless opponent unmasked, Ben has no choice but to call on the wisdom of the Jedi—and the formidable power of the Force—in his never-ending fight for justice. Adventure Science Fiction Space Opera Star Wars Fiction War Interstellar

Critic reviews

“Buy this book right now. . . . [This novel] manages to explore the depths of Ben Kenobi but still maintains the aura of mystery around his character.”—Tosche Station

“Addictive, engrossing . . . wildly entertaining . . . There are plenty of twists, turns, and surprises. . . . John Jackson Miller creates a story that reaches new heights.”—Roqoo Depot

“Brilliant . . . This is Star Wars fiction at its absolute best.”—Examiner

“Enthralling . . . almost impossible to put down.”—Eucantina
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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes. Get past the dull hick stuff at the start, then it enthrals. Fantastic background sound effects, straight from the movies. Even Chewbacca's in there briefly!

What did you like best about this story?

The first few chapters about the social lives of the 'moisture farmers' in Ben Kenobi's area was pretty dull and hard going. But improved when the pace picked up. The sections about Kenobi and the tuskens were by far the best. Carried on the events after Episode III quite nicely.

What about Jonathan Davis’s performance did you like?

Excellent. And Kenobi (McGregor's) accent was spot on.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

More so as the book progressed.

Any additional comments?

Difficult brief for authors doing tie-in stories - you have to make sure you don't cross any 'canon' elements from the movies. Good job, overall.

Slow in places, but picks up the pace

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I’ve listened to loads of the Star Wars books and this one took ages to get going with so many different names to new characters and their background on Tatooine. The first 2 parts are very slow going and I only kept listening after reading the good reviews on this book hoping it was going to get more engaging!

Once Ben Kenobi gets more involved and the story revolves around him, the plot opens up and the story is much easier to listen to and is more enjoyable.

Part 3 is when the action starts to hot up and the whole of Part 4 is great with an excellent conclusion to the story.

It’s a good book and worth listening to, but if you are looking for your first Star Wars book, there are better ones like the Darth Bane trilogy, Darth Palagues or the Thrawn trilogy to wet your appetite

Kenobi review

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This is a great book for any Star Wars fan. Tell you what happens when Kenobi goes into hiding. Very different to what I expected but it's well worth a listen.

Kenobi's roll

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I'll start with the cons first. I didn't like that the narrative was told from the perspective of the settlers. I expected it to be from Kenobi's perspective, as the book is called Kenobi after all. But then again the author probably wanted to establish the other characters, I would have preferred it to 60/40 Kenobi instead.
Anyway throughout the story the settlers do become interesting. You just have to be patient. Looking back on it, they play a key role in the story.

I really liked Kenobi in this, it makes sense why he hides away from people. Plus the man probably has PTSD after what happened to his old friend Anakin. I really enjoyed the build up leading to the final parts of the story. It was worth it, as it pleased me and made sense. It kinda made up for some of the slow parts, as the book finished strong. Kenobi's voice was brilliant, he sounds like McGregor he nailed it, as that was the most important voice of the story of course. The book is finished now... I have a better understanding of Kenobi. I greatly respect him as a man, and as a Jedi!

Kenobi in exile, a slice of life

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Just what it says on the tin. A Jedi trying to keep an eye on a certain young boy, whilst simultaneously coming to terms with the death of almost every friend he's ever had... and still doing good in small, discrete ways. I can understand why some may find this a little boring. There's a lot of inner dialogue, and Kenobi trying to overcome loneliness. But, a slow burn is not the same as boring imo.

Really enjoyed getting to know more about Tuscan culture too and there's a mystery that permeates the whole narrative and has a satisfying ending.

Loved it

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