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Star Wars: Jedi Quest #5
The School of Fear
In this fifth volume of the Jedi Quest series, mysterious events are taking place: a Senator’s son has vanished and a secret squad of renegade students exists in the shadows of his elite leadership school. Are these events linked, or is the disappearance the result of the Senator’s political foes pushing the planet toward war? It is up to Anakin Skywalker and his rival, Ferus Olin, to solve the mystery and maintain peace by infiltrating one of the fiercest places in the galaxy: school.
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First published February 1, 2003
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June 21, 2022
Forget Attack of the Clones; this is where Anakin's journey to the dark side begins. Another enjoyable work in the series.
March 31, 2020
Actual rating is 3.5 stars.
This is part of a series but this can be read as a stand alone. In this one, a Senator's son who attends a prestigious private school has been kidnapped. Anakin and another padawan go undercover to see if they can find out about this kidnapping.
This one is probably the best one of the series so far. For the most part it was like the other books in this series. Likable but nothing amazing. Then the finale hits and what an amazing finale. It easily raised up my rating the half star. I also liked this book for a peek into Anakin's true ability with the force. We finally get to see him truly in action and why he is considered the "Chosen One". This showcase also shows the effect on other Jedi including Obi-Wan and the difficulty of being a mentor for someone who is so powerful.
The finale hinted at an interesting path that the rest of these books might explore. I am really hoping it does explore this path and not go back to just another mission to solve book. Even if it does I am okay with that as every book in this series is worth a read as we get the background to Anakin being a padawan.
This is part of a series but this can be read as a stand alone. In this one, a Senator's son who attends a prestigious private school has been kidnapped. Anakin and another padawan go undercover to see if they can find out about this kidnapping.
This one is probably the best one of the series so far. For the most part it was like the other books in this series. Likable but nothing amazing. Then the finale hits and what an amazing finale. It easily raised up my rating the half star. I also liked this book for a peek into Anakin's true ability with the force. We finally get to see him truly in action and why he is considered the "Chosen One". This showcase also shows the effect on other Jedi including Obi-Wan and the difficulty of being a mentor for someone who is so powerful.
The finale hinted at an interesting path that the rest of these books might explore. I am really hoping it does explore this path and not go back to just another mission to solve book. Even if it does I am okay with that as every book in this series is worth a read as we get the background to Anakin being a padawan.
April 26, 2020
obi-wan kenobi is the only man ever, i dont know any other men! he's the only one that matters to me
sorry dad but he's the only man in my heart ://
i love him
sorry dad but he's the only man in my heart ://
i love him
August 7, 2024
The School of Fear by Jude Watson - Fifth book in the Jedi Quest series
Challenging, emotional, hopeful, informative,
reflective, sad, and tense.
Fast-paced
Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters are the main focus? Yes
4.0 Stars
This story was really well paced and plotted. I felt for Anakin, especially since he was inserted into a school (along with another) to figure out what was actually happening).
Anakin keeps making mistakes, but from Obi-Wan's POV, it could be just the normal way to learn, by failing...but in the back of his mind is the fear that Anakin is too interested into the lure of the Dark Side (not overtly, but by propensity). It will be interesting to see how Obi-Wan deals with him, as they also grow closer together.
Challenging, emotional, hopeful, informative,
reflective, sad, and tense.
Fast-paced
Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters are the main focus? Yes
4.0 Stars
This story was really well paced and plotted. I felt for Anakin, especially since he was inserted into a school (along with another) to figure out what was actually happening).
Anakin keeps making mistakes, but from Obi-Wan's POV, it could be just the normal way to learn, by failing...but in the back of his mind is the fear that Anakin is too interested into the lure of the Dark Side (not overtly, but by propensity). It will be interesting to see how Obi-Wan deals with him, as they also grow closer together.
January 22, 2016
I read this before restarting the series from the beginning and without having read book 4, so it didn't make as much sense as it should have, but I still enjoyed it.
Anakin and Ferus go undercover at a prestigious school to investigate the disappearance of a senator's son. Anakin is faced with all his usual problems: ego, pride, lack of communication with his fellow Jedi, lack of discernment, tendency to want to help the wrong people, and of course his enmity with Ferus. Obi-Wan is still trying to figure out Granta Omega and Sano Sauro. I can't remember much of the themes in this book, reading out of order will do that, but you do continue to see Anakin slipping. He has so much potential for good, why must he throw it away? Well, because they'd already made the Original Trilogy, I guess.
Anakin and Ferus go undercover at a prestigious school to investigate the disappearance of a senator's son. Anakin is faced with all his usual problems: ego, pride, lack of communication with his fellow Jedi, lack of discernment, tendency to want to help the wrong people, and of course his enmity with Ferus. Obi-Wan is still trying to figure out Granta Omega and Sano Sauro. I can't remember much of the themes in this book, reading out of order will do that, but you do continue to see Anakin slipping. He has so much potential for good, why must he throw it away? Well, because they'd already made the Original Trilogy, I guess.
January 6, 2024
Set in 25BBY
An ok adventure with Anakin trying to infiltrate some academy to find out about a Senator that's missing.
You won't miss anything not reading this one as well.
An ok adventure with Anakin trying to infiltrate some academy to find out about a Senator that's missing.
You won't miss anything not reading this one as well.
September 15, 2024
4✰
A strong four stars. Maybe even just 4.5 rounded down. The beginning was slow and rocky but damn this one was fun.
The foreshadowing. There’s just so much foreshadowing. I ate it all up. I’m being so fr. Anakin and Obi-Wan have insane communication issues in ROTS and it even shows here when Anakin is still only sixteen in these Legends books. Also, a ton of the issues come from Anakin not realizing he’s doing any wrong. Soara tried to show him that in the last book but Anakin’s still not learning his lesson.
I’m also just a slut for undercover storylines. God I love undercover. Jedi are not meant for undercover, but yolo, these are Padawans so let’s just send them in. Still liked it.
Anakin and Ferus still need to just fist fight to see who’s superior. Let em go at it and solve it that way.
Also this quote:
Literally goddamn. It’s obvi he’s a slave under Sidious, but for bro to be thinking like this at sixteen years old before the Clone Wars.. someone check in on bro.
Lastly, the part with Anakin and his river stone given to him from Obi-Wan made me embarrassingly sad there. Anyways.
If Obi-Wan saw a shadow on that heart, he knew it would pain his Padawan to know it. In many ways, Anakin was still a boy. A wounded, loving, anxious boy with great gifts he did not fully understand.
Yet he was also a young man, close to maturity, who could do great harm. To others, yes. To himself, most of all.
A strong four stars. Maybe even just 4.5 rounded down. The beginning was slow and rocky but damn this one was fun.
The foreshadowing. There’s just so much foreshadowing. I ate it all up. I’m being so fr. Anakin and Obi-Wan have insane communication issues in ROTS and it even shows here when Anakin is still only sixteen in these Legends books. Also, a ton of the issues come from Anakin not realizing he’s doing any wrong. Soara tried to show him that in the last book but Anakin’s still not learning his lesson.
I’m also just a slut for undercover storylines. God I love undercover. Jedi are not meant for undercover, but yolo, these are Padawans so let’s just send them in. Still liked it.
Anakin and Ferus still need to just fist fight to see who’s superior. Let em go at it and solve it that way.
Also this quote:
All his life, he had known only two ways to live: as a slave, or as a Jedi. As a young boy on Tatooine, he had looked to the Jedi as the most free beings in the galaxy. Even before he knew much about them, he had dreamed of being a Jedi.
But was being a Jedi free? Or had he traded one form of slavery for another?
Literally goddamn. It’s obvi he’s a slave under Sidious, but for bro to be thinking like this at sixteen years old before the Clone Wars.. someone check in on bro.
Lastly, the part with Anakin and his river stone given to him from Obi-Wan made me embarrassingly sad there. Anyways.
September 18, 2019
3,5/5!
A solid addition to the series. In this Jedi Quest story Anakin and Ferus are sent on an under-cover mission to a fancy boarding school for the children of senators, kings, queens and other rich folk to investigate the disappearance of a senator's son and the rumors of a group of student bounty hunters. I liked the central mystery, especially at the end of the book.
This story really focuses on Anakin's dangerous independence and his inability to work together with Ferus and to communicate his plans, ideas and thoughts to Obi-Wan. He is blind to this, thinking that what he does is always for the best, which is a trait you can see in him in the movies as well. He is not malicious and he thinks he is doing good, even though us, the readers, and the other characters in the stories, such as Obi-Wan and Ferus can clearly see that he is out of control and not working together with his teammates. I like that these books, though they are written for kids, they have not dumbed Anakin's character and his complexities down at all, but treat him like the well-rounded, complicated character that he is.
Siri was a delight, as she always is, and her scenes with Obi-Wan were nice. I especially enjoyed the scene where they had to That was hilarious. The ending scene with Anakin and Obi-Wan .
A solid addition to the series. In this Jedi Quest story Anakin and Ferus are sent on an under-cover mission to a fancy boarding school for the children of senators, kings, queens and other rich folk to investigate the disappearance of a senator's son and the rumors of a group of student bounty hunters. I liked the central mystery, especially at the end of the book.
This story really focuses on Anakin's dangerous independence and his inability to work together with Ferus and to communicate his plans, ideas and thoughts to Obi-Wan. He is blind to this, thinking that what he does is always for the best, which is a trait you can see in him in the movies as well. He is not malicious and he thinks he is doing good, even though us, the readers, and the other characters in the stories, such as Obi-Wan and Ferus can clearly see that he is out of control and not working together with his teammates. I like that these books, though they are written for kids, they have not dumbed Anakin's character and his complexities down at all, but treat him like the well-rounded, complicated character that he is.
Siri was a delight, as she always is, and her scenes with Obi-Wan were nice. I especially enjoyed the scene where they had to That was hilarious. The ending scene with Anakin and Obi-Wan .
June 23, 2020
When a Senator's son is kidnapped from an elite school, Anakin and his rival Padawn Ferus Olin are sent to find out what has happened.
Watson's 'Jedi Quest' moves further along Anakin's journey from child to man. In this volume, Obi-Wan Kenobi begins to suspect there is more than mere potential in his Padawan.
Watson's 'Jedi Quest' moves further along Anakin's journey from child to man. In this volume, Obi-Wan Kenobi begins to suspect there is more than mere potential in his Padawan.
June 20, 2022
3.5
The dual plot lines was well done throughout the book and only really faltered a bit at the end when obi wan came into anakins plotline. I was worried anakin and ferus would be frustrating but they were surprisingly fine. the ending was mostly just ‼️‼️ although I wish it had wrapped up a little better from an emotional standpoint. overall more plot driven this time than character development driven
The dual plot lines was well done throughout the book and only really faltered a bit at the end when obi wan came into anakins plotline. I was worried anakin and ferus would be frustrating but they were surprisingly fine. the ending was mostly just ‼️‼️ although I wish it had wrapped up a little better from an emotional standpoint. overall more plot driven this time than character development driven
February 2, 2017
The son of a popular senator has gone missing at his private school, and the Jedi have been asked to investigate the disappearance. Anakin and Ferus are sent to infiltrate the school as students, and what they find is something more than just a kidnapping. Of course. Because this is the Star Wars universe, where nothing is ever as simple as it seems on the surface.
It's taken me a while to realize it (half the series, in fact), but the brilliance of this series of novels is in showing how Anakin's ego is what causes his fall to the Dark Side. It seems pretty clear that it wasn't even an issue until Qui-Gon discovered him and started believing he was the Chosen One. After years of being told that he was the best, most powerful Padawan, he started to believe it, and it suddenly became important to him to be the best, to the point where he sacrificed his training to better his own reputation. Watson started showing us that conflict in Path to Truth, but it took me until now to see how she's developed it over the course of the series.
It's a subtle development, but it works well. The stories highlight how skilled Anakin is, but also how immature he can be, and as the series has progressed, Watson makes it clearer how he's disappointing the Jedi Masters. She shows how he doesn't get it, how he keeps making the wrong decision. The only thing that keeps him in the temple, it seems, is Obi-Wan's promise to Qui-Gon to train Anakin.
As much as I like how Watson has developed Anakin's character, the stories aren't always that interesting. After reading so many of Watson's books in a row (seventeen in this month alone), I'm starting to see the formula she uses. An innocent request turns into something larger and more consequential, and there's always someone pretending to be someone they aren't. I've started looking for the plant early in the story, and I managed to peg that person in this book as soon as they were mentioned. It seemed the most unlikely person, in context to the story, and I turned out to be right.
I'm curious to see how Watson will wind up Anakin's character development. He's made several Jedi Masters angry and frustrated with him up to now, but the relationship he and Obi-Wan have by Episode II seems pretty strong. We're halfway through the series now, which is about the right time to put her main character at his lowest point, so maybe from this point it will start to take an upward trend. I'm here for the long haul, so I'll let you know what I find out.
It's taken me a while to realize it (half the series, in fact), but the brilliance of this series of novels is in showing how Anakin's ego is what causes his fall to the Dark Side. It seems pretty clear that it wasn't even an issue until Qui-Gon discovered him and started believing he was the Chosen One. After years of being told that he was the best, most powerful Padawan, he started to believe it, and it suddenly became important to him to be the best, to the point where he sacrificed his training to better his own reputation. Watson started showing us that conflict in Path to Truth, but it took me until now to see how she's developed it over the course of the series.
It's a subtle development, but it works well. The stories highlight how skilled Anakin is, but also how immature he can be, and as the series has progressed, Watson makes it clearer how he's disappointing the Jedi Masters. She shows how he doesn't get it, how he keeps making the wrong decision. The only thing that keeps him in the temple, it seems, is Obi-Wan's promise to Qui-Gon to train Anakin.
As much as I like how Watson has developed Anakin's character, the stories aren't always that interesting. After reading so many of Watson's books in a row (seventeen in this month alone), I'm starting to see the formula she uses. An innocent request turns into something larger and more consequential, and there's always someone pretending to be someone they aren't. I've started looking for the plant early in the story, and I managed to peg that person in this book as soon as they were mentioned. It seemed the most unlikely person, in context to the story, and I turned out to be right.
I'm curious to see how Watson will wind up Anakin's character development. He's made several Jedi Masters angry and frustrated with him up to now, but the relationship he and Obi-Wan have by Episode II seems pretty strong. We're halfway through the series now, which is about the right time to put her main character at his lowest point, so maybe from this point it will start to take an upward trend. I'm here for the long haul, so I'll let you know what I find out.
January 31, 2020
Anakin and his nemesis Ferus Olin are sent undercover to a hoity-toity boarding school. This is some real Alex Rider type nonsense, and also kind of reminds me of "The Headband" episode of Avatar: The Last Airbender. Flameo, hotman!
Except, unfortunately... this installment is MUCH less fun than that.
Anakin and Ferus actually don't fight as much as I expected. They mostly go their separate ways. But this was the first book of the series where I really saw Obi-Wan and Anakin both begin to make the choices that would eventually erode their relationship to its breaking point in AOTC.
I'm scared, guys.
Except, unfortunately... this installment is MUCH less fun than that.
Anakin and Ferus actually don't fight as much as I expected. They mostly go their separate ways. But this was the first book of the series where I really saw Obi-Wan and Anakin both begin to make the choices that would eventually erode their relationship to its breaking point in AOTC.
I'm scared, guys.
August 3, 2016
11.06.2016
I reread this so many times! To me this is Star Wars/Jedi Quest's equivalent of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire!
It can be pinpointed that the seed of of Darth Vader literally starts here and Obi-Wan Kenobi plants it himself. Then you feel what mate? Fear? You just do? Damn right. Good job.
Ps. Master Soara brings the best out of Annie, in a good way
I reread this so many times! To me this is Star Wars/Jedi Quest's equivalent of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire!
It can be pinpointed that the seed of of Darth Vader literally starts here and Obi-Wan Kenobi plants it himself. Then you feel what mate? Fear? You just do? Damn right. Good job.
Ps. Master Soara brings the best out of Annie, in a good way
April 6, 2019
Still enjoying the series. Still think Watson was never given the respect she deserved.
October 13, 2020
oh man, this is the best one up till now. I actually feel like I need to get my thoughts in order properly. and that last argument between anakin and obi wan.....well.....hurts! ngl!
September 20, 2023
Sometimes with young reader novels the premise gets a little unbelievable because the author needs to involve kids or teenagers in the plot. This one where a band of teenagers from a prep school become mercenaries and take on high level government contracts that have political ramifications for a whole galaxy with no resources and working level skills just doesn't land as believable to me.
That being said I liked the parallels to book 5 of the Jedi Apprentice series where Obi Wan went through some similar trials, and I like that it was a good character development story for both Anakin and Obi Wan. In the movies we jump from Anakin being this innocent child to becoming an evil tyrant, these books kind of bridge the gap during his education where we start to see reasons why...beyond just that he started training at too old an age. We see some spots where Obi Wan makes mistakes, we see him as more of a human character who was thrust into this role of master despite not even completely finishing his own training yet. We see that it's not just Anakin who is messing up but it's Obi Wan...not saying the right thing, not knowing what to do or how to proceed. That's the strength of this book series which I am enjoying despite it's issues that mostly center around it being written for kids.
That being said I liked the parallels to book 5 of the Jedi Apprentice series where Obi Wan went through some similar trials, and I like that it was a good character development story for both Anakin and Obi Wan. In the movies we jump from Anakin being this innocent child to becoming an evil tyrant, these books kind of bridge the gap during his education where we start to see reasons why...beyond just that he started training at too old an age. We see some spots where Obi Wan makes mistakes, we see him as more of a human character who was thrust into this role of master despite not even completely finishing his own training yet. We see that it's not just Anakin who is messing up but it's Obi Wan...not saying the right thing, not knowing what to do or how to proceed. That's the strength of this book series which I am enjoying despite it's issues that mostly center around it being written for kids.
October 21, 2017
Aptly Named Turning Point in the Saga
This is the fifth entry in the Jedi Quest series featuring the continuing tales of Anakin Skywalker's time as a Padawan. In this episode, Anakin must go undercover with his greatest rival, Ferus Olin at an exclusive school to investigate the kidnapping of a senator's son. All is not as it seems. Jude Watson really writes these stories very well. They contain action and excitement, as well as in depth looks into both Anakin and Obi-Wan's individual thoughts and feelings, as well as their developing relationship. Flashes of Anakin's dark side do appear and the relationship is not always smooth. I really love how each entry in the series flows into the next. You do need to read them in order to fully understand and appreciate the narrative. While this book is aimed at youth, adults will enjoy this as well. It fits beautifully in the Star Wars universe.
This is the fifth entry in the Jedi Quest series featuring the continuing tales of Anakin Skywalker's time as a Padawan. In this episode, Anakin must go undercover with his greatest rival, Ferus Olin at an exclusive school to investigate the kidnapping of a senator's son. All is not as it seems. Jude Watson really writes these stories very well. They contain action and excitement, as well as in depth looks into both Anakin and Obi-Wan's individual thoughts and feelings, as well as their developing relationship. Flashes of Anakin's dark side do appear and the relationship is not always smooth. I really love how each entry in the series flows into the next. You do need to read them in order to fully understand and appreciate the narrative. While this book is aimed at youth, adults will enjoy this as well. It fits beautifully in the Star Wars universe.
February 22, 2023
A félelem iskolája
Nagyon tetszett ez a rész, mert bár nincsenek benne nagy csaták, de érdekes volt, hogy Obi-van és Anakin külön nyomoznak. Anakin Ferus-szal egy elit iskolában, Obi-van pedig a Szenátusban, egy szenátor eltűnt fia után. Ismét volt benne humor, és hangulatos volt az iskolai élet leírása. Ám aztán Anakin szokás szerint rosszul dönt, és kockáztat, merő jószándékból persze, míg Ferus a szabályokat követi lépésről-lépésre. Siri is beszáll a végső menetbe, amikor a szálak összeérnek. Engem lenyűgőzött Anakin, ahogy az Erőben harcolt, és Obi-vant is, mégis szívszorító nevelési dilemmába kerül a végén – és szerintem ő sem a legjobban dönt….És az ügy megoldása is csavaros, s bár kitalálható, nem olyan egyszerű, mint gondolnánk, én is végigzongoráztam pár eshetőséget magamban, mire rátaláltam a helyes megoldásra.
Nagyon tetszett ez a rész, mert bár nincsenek benne nagy csaták, de érdekes volt, hogy Obi-van és Anakin külön nyomoznak. Anakin Ferus-szal egy elit iskolában, Obi-van pedig a Szenátusban, egy szenátor eltűnt fia után. Ismét volt benne humor, és hangulatos volt az iskolai élet leírása. Ám aztán Anakin szokás szerint rosszul dönt, és kockáztat, merő jószándékból persze, míg Ferus a szabályokat követi lépésről-lépésre. Siri is beszáll a végső menetbe, amikor a szálak összeérnek. Engem lenyűgőzött Anakin, ahogy az Erőben harcolt, és Obi-vant is, mégis szívszorító nevelési dilemmába kerül a végén – és szerintem ő sem a legjobban dönt….És az ügy megoldása is csavaros, s bár kitalálható, nem olyan egyszerű, mint gondolnánk, én is végigzongoráztam pár eshetőséget magamban, mire rátaláltam a helyes megoldásra.
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December 31, 2021Man I thought Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan had communication problems but they've got nothing on Anakin and Obi-Wan. They're constantly talking past each other and thinking really hard about what they want the other to say without ever really using their words properly. It's no wonder Palpatine was able to sow discord between them.
December 27, 2022
Another book in this established series, with a slightly different mystery plot. The ending where we hear about Anakin's excessive and impressive power with the force, could've been elaborated more. Instead we're given more words about the characters around him and their reactions to the supposed action.
June 12, 2023
Sadly not as strong as previous entries in the series, this instalment rehashes the frustrating Sano Sauro plot thread from the previous book (and it really wasn't needed, unless it was included to add pages to the overall length) and then forces Ferus and Anakin to interact in that tense way of theirs (which is beginning to feel repetitive).
April 30, 2024
I'm wondering if the Council will actually do anything regarding Anakin after this. I like that they referenced Obi-Wan having similar issues in the prior series. Its also very interesting to see Obi-Wan struggling where Qui-Gon excelled.
Also they just dropped a one sentence crazy Yaddle backstory that I certainly hope will be seen elsewhere.
Also they just dropped a one sentence crazy Yaddle backstory that I certainly hope will be seen elsewhere.
January 30, 2019
I love reading about the young Padawan Anakin Skywalker and Master Obi-Wan. With each story, I am learning more about more about Anakin Skywalker as a whole as well as Obi-Wan. This book was very revealing.
February 20, 2021
Oh my, even I thought Obi Wan was harsh!
It's difficult to side with the young Darth Vader, but from his perspective, and given his talents, I was very impressed and couldn't fault him.
It's difficult to side with the young Darth Vader, but from his perspective, and given his talents, I was very impressed and couldn't fault him.
August 27, 2021
I really liked the parallels at the end between this book and Revenge of the Sith. It was an interesting story that I got embroiled in, and then was surprised when it was done. We wish so much for Anakin to follow a different path, but each must follow their own.
January 18, 2022
While it starts off a little iffy, the book quickly becomes great with a fascinating conspiracy, interesting characters, and fantastic end. Especially compared to the previous series, Jedi Apprentice, it shows just how different Obi-Wan and Anakin are from any jedi and padawan relationship.
March 30, 2022
Once again I highly recommend reading the Jedi Apprentice series prior to this one. Anakin’s character is brilliantly portrayed; the contrasting between Obi-Wan and Anakin and Anakin and Ferus is just so smart. A devastating and brilliant ending. 4.5 stars rounded to 5 stars.
October 1, 2022
I really liked this book. It's probably my favorite one in the series so far. I wasn't quite sure what was going to happen. It's interesting to read more about Anakin and Obi Wan. I would recommend this series to Star Wars fans.
May 13, 2019
Ehhhh, basically a great big pile of Anakin Not Listening and Obi-wan Not Saying Things.
February 2, 2020
I'm really enjoying this series.
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