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It
is a few years after the events which took place in The
Phantom Menace and Anakin is frustrated by the steady pace
of life within the Jedi Temple. To help Anakin burn off some
of his exuberant energy as well as further his Jedi training,
he and Obi-Wan are sent on a mission to find a missing Jedi.
This is where we begin to see the dark forces growing within
Anakin...
Rogue
Planet is a surprisingly colourful and undemanding read
considering that the author is Greg Bear, writer of some very
complex SF novels. He presents a narrative that delivers the
level of action you'd expect from a Star Wars novel,
whilst never losing sight of thoughtful plot and character
development.
The
author presents a close examination of the evolving relationship
between Anakin and Obi Wan. Anakin's struggle with his force
abilities is sympathetically written, but always with a touch
of foreboding. Obi Wan is likewise written with depth and
an understanding of his character.
The
plot moves at a steady pace, but never at the risk of losing
the reader's interest. Events are given flavour by the presence
of a young Tarkin, as well as hints at the technology that
will one day give the Empire its power. Indeed, those familiar
with the Star Wars universe will enjoy the references
to the hardware that helped make the first three films such
delights.
This
is an excellent novel thanks to some original ideas and tense
drama.
Jeff
Watson
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