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Star Wars: Dark Disciple
Star Wars: Dark Disciple | Christie Golden
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Based on unproduced episodes of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, this new novel features Asajj Ventress, former Sith apprentice turned bounty hunter and one of the great antiheroes in the Star Wars galaxy. The only way to bring down the Sith's most dangerous warrior may be to join forces with the dark side. In the war for control of the galaxy between the armies of the dark side and the Republic, former Jedi Master turned ruthless Sith Lord Count Dooku has grown ever more brutal in his tactics. Despite the powers of the Jedi and the military prowess of their clone army, the sheer number of fatalities is taking a terrible toll. And when Dooku orders the massacre of a flotilla of helpless refugees, the Jedi Council feels it has no choice but to take drastic action: targeting the man responsible for so many war atrocities, Count Dooku himself. But the ever-elusive Dooku is dangerous prey for even the most skilled hunter. So the Council makes the bold decision to bring both sides of the Force's power to bear--pairing brash Jedi Knight Quinlan Vos with infamous one-time Sith acolyte Asajj Ventress. Though Jedi distrust for the cunning killer who once served at Dooku's side still runs deep, Ventress's hatred for her former master runs deeper. She's more than willing to lend her copious talents as a bounty hunter--and assassin--to Vos's quest. Together, Ventress and Vos are the best hope for eliminating Dooku--as long as the emerging feelings between them don't compromise their mission. But Ventress is determined to have her retribution and at last let go of her dark Sith past. Balancing the complicated emotions she feels for Vos with the fury of her warrior's spirit, she resolves to claim victory on all fronts--a vow that will be mercilessly tested by her deadly enemy . . . and her own doubt. Praise for Dark Disciple "Reading Dark Disciple really feels like you're watching some of the best episodes of The Clone Wars."--EUCantina "Emotionally charged . . . Christie Golden does a wonderful job of capturing the characters."--Roqoo Depot "A cool inclusion into the Star Wars mythos . . . Ventress and Vos have a cool and compelling dynamic, and are used to explore more of what it means to flirt with the Dark Side of the Force."--IGN "[The Clone Wars have been] a huge part of the Star Wars brand for years, and [Christie] Golden manages to craft a story worthy of the themes and characters that fans have come to relate to. . . . [She] uses this opportunity to craft Dark Disciple into a spy/espionage thriller."--Tech Times "Golden especially excelled at bringing Ventress's biting but appealing personality to life. . . . She's very much a woman trying to find her way, and Dark Disciple adds nuance."--Nerdist "Smart, captivating, and unforgettable . . . among the finest in Star Wars storytelling."--Coffee with Kenobi From the Hardcover edition.
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LionHeartLeo
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Omg no one told me this would be the saddest love story ever!!!!🥺😢💔 Such a fun, great book though! Made me really feel for Asajj Ventress & see her in a different light.

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This novel is based on unproduced episodes of the Clone Wars series. It was pretty good. I don't know anything of Quinlan Vos outside of the current cannon. It fits well with the series, though Asajj's break from the dark side was kinda glossed over. Not the best from Marc Thompson. Anakin and Vos sounded like surfer dudes and Mace was a tad cringe-worthy (he's a white guy trying to sound black...).

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Riveted_Reader_Melissa
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I really liked this one, and the bonus short story that came in my addition. It makes me sad that these great characters never came to fruition on Clone Wars. Ventress is such a great and complex character she really needs her own miniseries/movies/show, and Vos and the pirate queen Lassa are fabulous characters I‘d love to read more about too! I‘m looking forward to reading more Christie Golden stories.

#StarWarsBuddyRead

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Riveted_Reader_Melissa
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How‘d it go #StarWarsBuddyRead? I‘m really liking this one so far, but I‘m not quite finished (although I know the storyline enough to know it doesn‘t end well). These are such great characters, I‘m disappointed this was based on a Clone Wars scripts that never came to fruition, honestly Ventress is such a great and complex character she really needs her own miniseries/movies/show, and she and Vos are electric.

MoMogrl I never started it. 🤦🏻‍♀️Bought it fully expecting to read it, but life. Lol 4y
Riveted_Reader_Melissa @MoMogrl I understand that. I should be finished by now, but I got distracted watching the trial on TV 😬. Hopefully I‘ll finish it this weekend. But join in whenever you can, it is a good read! 4y
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BookwormAHN I loved it. It sucks that it never made it to TV or a movie with them would have been fantastic. I'm looking forward to some Luke Skywalker next. 4y
Riveted_Reader_Melissa @BookwormAHN I think Disney+ should be looking at this as a project! 4y
Riveted_Reader_Melissa @BookwormAHN The next one is the first one of the new canon I read, it will be interesting to revisit it now! 4y
Jari-chan Agree - the world needs more of Ventress! 4y
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BookwormAHN
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I loved this book. Vos and Ventress were fantastic. Quinlan Vos teams up with Asajj Ventress to kill Count Dooku which goes badly but it's still a great story 🧡
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CrowCAH What‘s your next Star Wars buddy read? @Riveted_Reader_Melissa (edited to direct my question at the appropriate person) (edited) 4y
Jari-chan Love this book! 😍 4y
BookwormAHN @CrowCAH @Riveted_Reader_Melissa She posted a list for this year awhile ago and our next book is Heir to the Jedi. 4y
CrowCAH @BookwormAHN yes, Riveted Reader tagged me in the post with the list. Looks like I‘ll be able to join with Force Collector; I‘m super excited to join the buddy read in July! 4y
BookwormAHN @CrowCAH I'm really looking forward to that one 😺 4y
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nanuska_153
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My boyfriend got me this book because I love Star Wars(IV-VI&I-III). I didn't expect a cheesy romance between a Jedi and a used-to-be-Jedi-and-Sith. You can anticipate the romance from the cringy conversation by which Obi-Wan informs Vos of the assignment suggesting him to flirt with Ventress as part of it. Lots of cliches, including going to a ball wearing fancy clothes. Second half is better, I even shed a tear, but let's face it, I'm a crybaby

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BillBlume
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I haven‘t explored many “Star Wars” novels beyond Timothy Zahn‘s contributions (so many tended to disappoint me), but I couldn‘t resist trying DARK DISCIPLE. I met the author, by pure chance, at a writers retreat called The Porches back in 2016, and she was a lovely person. She does a great job with Asajj Ventress, revealing her ultimate fate in the waning days of the Clone Wars. #StarWars

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sarahgreatlove
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Getting into a bad habit of returning books to the library without taking a photo! This one was great. I motored through the first half, then got really stressed and took a break for like a week, and then finished it in a sitting. I love the clone wars and enjoyed reading a Star Wars book set during that era. Asajj is a feisty character and I will admit to being a bit 😍 over Voss. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫

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sarahgreatlove
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1. 📚 Dark Disciple by Christie Golden; View from the cheap seats by Neil Gaiman; Dare to lead by Brene Brown.
2. 🎬 Captain Marvel!
3. ☕️ Tea, always tea

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Abby-J
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Star Wars books have gotten so much better since Disney threw out the EU. This audiobook was well produced, and the story was engaging. I ❤️ Asajj Ventress.

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hi so i'm still not over this

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TheLittlestBook
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This book was great. It follows Asajj Ventress after the events of the Sixth Season of The Clone Wars. It shows both sides of the force being used and how even those who only use the light side can make mistakes that can lead to disastrous events. Plus the sass in this book lol. Overall a great read.

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Mccartershanon
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Spoilers abound! You have been warned! https://youtu.be/FQSvePffVRo

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Mccartershanon
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THIS IS THE AIR I BREATHE! Check out my spoiler free review here: https://youtu.be/vlKPRu3U64c 💕📚

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alexandrialeonis
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👍👍👍👍👍

awishman First Star Wars book I read that made me cry. 😭 7y
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alexandrialeonis
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I‘m currently screaming. #savebensolo

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This may as well say “I forgave you. For killing Han Solo. And you will forgive me too, one day, Ben Solo. That‘s what you do for.... for the one you love.”
😭😭😭😭

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I am LIVING for these reylo-dark disciple vibes

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alexandrialeonis
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Dark Disciple is so good 😭😍😱

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Mccartershanon
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I honestly wasn‘t expecting to love this book as much as I did. I had heard mixed reviews but I fell in love the second I began and it broke me in the end. Honestly this is probably my second favorite SW book after Lost Stars and I h i g h l y recommend

TheBookgeekFrau I sobbed like a baby and loved every minute of it 7y
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ShawnaHunter
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This is a book that exists to close out the story arc of a character from the show. Its good but not great. Its got a tear jerker ending and if you liked Ventress then you'll like this. If you didn't see the show, however, then you'll need wookipedia open for all the references.

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EliNeedsMoreShelves
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So, about a week ago I decided to read all the novels in the Star Wars Universe canon - because, you know, why not.

Turns out my library doesn't have QUITE all of them, but enough that I'm going to give it a go.

Dark Disciple is set during the Clone Wars era, when Anakin was still a Jedi. Quick read with a great female protagonist. Fun!

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QueenOfWands
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A dark, emotional redemption story that was a more enjoyable read than I was expecting. Definitely rushed, which felt like a long Clone Wars episode in that way. You could probably read this without having watched the whole Clone Wars TV show but it brings greater meaning and understanding to the characters and events. A good read for fans. I recommend a #borrow on this one. #scifi #starwars

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yougothope
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November Tbr!!

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SarahMacTavish
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Adding this one to my Star Wars favorites!! Clone Wars era, featuring Quinlan Vos ❤ and Asajj Ventress, who form an unusual partnership to assassinate Count Dooku... and all sorts of conflict and awful Jedi Council decision-making ensues. This one tugged at my heart-strings, so that automatically gives it major points.

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Asongofcatsandbooks
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It took a minute for me to truly start to enjoy this, but the ending really got me. #starwars

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Shoutout to @collegecatlady for the early Christmas present #starwars

[DELETED] 2852984487 I hope you enjoy this. I didn't really care for it. BUT...when I tried to read this I was still bitter with the new Canon. So, I have since moved on and should give Dark Disciple another try. 8y
Asongofcatsandbooks @rstorey the only thing I haven't liked so far in all the new canon stuff is Heir to the Jedi. It was just a crap story. 8y
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Sarrie
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Hubby finally finished Dark Disciple as well. We both loved it! Even he had to cry a little at that ending! This is fantastic even for the casual SW fan, it's based on unaired episodes of Clone Wars but much darker. It also has Minerva's Paw of Approval. ;D

MrBook Minerva is so cute! 😻😻 Looks like my Coale did when he was that little. 8y
Sarrie @MrBook Thank you! I love black cats, they're the best. =3 8y
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michaeltraps
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While I thoroughly enjoyed this read, I'm upset we couldn't see this story play out in the context of the Clone Wars television show, as it was originally intended.

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Spending the evening with my favorite Star Wars ladies

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darthmoll
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I have a burning need to talk about this book, which I finished last night and which made me think a lot of thoughts about Star Wars books in general. But mostly I AM MAD ABOUT THIS BOOK but I LOVE Asajj Ventress. #conflictedfeels

skrishna Adding this to my list. 9y
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