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Jedi Apprentice: The Rising Force [Paperback]

Dave Wolverton (Author)
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (123 customer reviews)

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Publication Date: May 1 1999 | Series: Star Wars Jedi Apprentice (Book 1)
A dynamic new Star Wars series, following the adventures and education of thirteen-year-old Obi-Wan Kenobi and his Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn as they travel across the galaxy as guardians of peace. Combining action, Jedi detail, and the thematic significance that readers expect from Star Wars, "Jedi Apprentice" is sure to engage both Star Wars fans and newcomers to the Star Wars galaxy.

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Just before his 13th birthday, Obi-Wan Kenobi left Yoda and the other teachers at the Jedi Temple. But he wasn't supposed to become a Padawan, a future Jedi Knight, he was assigned to be a farmer! Jedi Apprentice: The Rising Force joins the headstrong Obi-Wan a few weeks before he's to turn 13, when he'll be too old to begin training as a Jedi Knight. Trying too hard to become Qui-Gon Jinn's Padawan, Obi-Wan shows his lack of discipline, and that--in addition to Qui-Gon's mysterious past--keeps them apart. But the Force keeps pulling the two together: Obi-Wan resigns himself to the Jedi Agricultural Corps on barren Bandomeer, only to find that Qui-Gon is on a mission to the same planet. Traveling there on a mining ship, the two must work together to forge a truce between the warring Hutt, Whiphid, and Arconan miners on board. The inexperienced Obi-Wan stirs up trouble but gets plenty of chances to redeem himself later--after the pirates attack and after the ship crash-lands on a hostile planet with the crew still at each other's throats. Experienced Star Wars author Dave Wolverton keeps the blasters firing and the lightsabers swinging in this fun, fast-paced adventure. (Ages 9 to 12) --Paul Hughes

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Rising Force Sep 1 2009
By P. Cloutier
Format:Paperback
Personnally, I might be too much a fan. But I like Dave Wolverton and even though its a kids book, it still is a good distraction when I'm tired of studying... About the book: the story of Obi-Wan, as he begins to worry about being a Knight.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Bedtime reading for my little Jedi....sometimes!!! April 25 2004
By Davis
Format:Paperback
There is no real Star Wars reading material for young readers (4-7 years) However, this first book in a series for 9-12 year olds is just amazing. It's very readable to a younger child (4-8) at bedtime. As soon as I started reading the book to my son (6 years old) it was an instant hit...with both of us.

It starts BEFORE episode I, when Obi-Wan Kenobi is a boy of 12 years and in Jedi Training hoping to become the Padawan learner of the rebel & loner, Qui-Gon Jinn before he turns 13.

My son got so into the book he would force himself to stay up to listen to more of the story! Obviously, this is not what you want to happen when you want your little Jedi to go to sleep. (However, it does speak volumes about the writing, the story, etc...)

I have a sneaking suspicion that we'll be reading the entire series. This first book, was that good.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Flash back into the past... Dec 18 2003
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
In the starwars movies obi-wan is over 70 years old-in this book he is 12. Obi-wan is not even a jedi yet. It is a real prolgue. If I did not read these books and then i saw the phantom menace it would not be as good. I reccomend to any starwars fan if you like the movies you will like the books more.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent must have for the Star Wars Fan!
This book is the start of the life of one of the most famous Jedi Knights, Obiwan Kenobi. Learn how he ALMOST did not become a Jedi Knight and then finally teaming up to become a... Read more
Published on Dec 9 2003 by Andre Thompson
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Work!
Finally, a Star Wars book thats NOT just trying to cash in on the movies!
Published on Aug 28 2003 by J
4.0 out of 5 stars good introduction to beloved characters
This is the first book in the Jedi Apprentice series, which details the relationship between Obi-Wan Kenobi and Qui-Gon Jinn. Read more
Published on Aug 15 2003 by audrey
3.0 out of 5 stars Call him Oafy-Wan� from a certain point of view.
Obi-wan Kenobi was considered a clumsy. For me this little childs ready is the beginning of the pre-quel trilogy era. The Jedi Knights are in yodas care. Read more
Published on Jun 24 2003 by JediMack
4.0 out of 5 stars I liked the whole apprentice series
For the first book in a 20 book series, this one definitely set the tone for the whole series. Even though the whole series is supposedly geared towards teens and young adults, I... Read more
Published on May 30 2003 by "raiderlantz2000"
5.0 out of 5 stars A great book to read if you like "Star Wars"!!
12-year-old Obi-Wan Kenobi is headstrong and cannot control his temper. He longs to become a Padawan, in other words, become a Jedi Knight, before his thriteenth birthday. Read more
Published on Oct 19 2002 by Maria
4.0 out of 5 stars mth
This book did not really appeal to me. It was OK but the rest of the series were much better, action wise. Also check out the Jedi Quest series for more action.
Published on Aug 9 2002
5.0 out of 5 stars This series is soooooo good!
The Jedi Apprentice series is excellent! I highly reccomend it for any star wars fan, whatever age you are. They are not just for the 9-12 year old group. Read more
Published on Aug 5 2002 by ceb111481
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it
...these books are all age every chapter you read is full of great stuff I have a hard time putting these books down. Dave Wolerten is a great author. Read more
Published on July 24 2002 by -
4.0 out of 5 stars excellent development of key SW characters
I'm 25, and although these books are written for younger readers, they are superior to many of the other Star Wars books with their psychological focus. Read more
Published on July 15 2002 by James D. Ray
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