• Star Wars: Darth Maul: Shadow Hunter

  • By: Michael Reeves
  • Narrated by: Michael Cumpsty
  • Length: 6 hrs and 13 mins
  • 4.3 out of 5 stars (1,214 ratings)

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Star Wars: Darth Maul: Shadow Hunter

By: Michael Reeves
Narrated by: Michael Cumpsty
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Publisher's summary

New York Times best seller

For the infamous, power-hungry Sith, beholden to the dark side, the time has come to rise again.

After years of waiting in the shadows, Darth Sidious is taking the first step in his master plan to bring the Republic to its knees. Key to his scheme are the Neimoidians of the Trade Federation. Then one of his Neimoidian contacts disappears, and Sidious does not need his Force-honed instincts to suspect betrayal. He orders his apprentice, Darth Maul, to hunt the traitor down.

But he is too late. The secret has already passed into the hands of information broker Lorn Pavan, which places him right at the top of Darth Maul's hit list. Then, in the labyrinthine alleyways and sewers of Coruscant, capital city of the Republic, Lorn crosses paths with Darsha Assant, a Jedi Padawan on a mission to earn her Knighthood. Now the future of the Republic depends on Darsha and Lorn. But how can an untried Jedi and an ordinary man, stranger to the powerful ways of the Force, hope to triumph over one of the deadliest killers in the galaxy?

This special edition features an all-new Darth Maul short story as well as “Star Wars:® Darth Maul: Saboteur” - both written by New York Times best-selling author James Luceno!

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Critic reviews

"Full of lightsaber battles, the Jedi philosophy, and lots of new life forms." (Chicago Sun-Times)
"Reaves writes with a creative flair, allowing readers to experience an almost cinematic sensation as they move through the story. The language is colorful, the action scenes are dynamic, and the dialogue is realistic." (Winston-Salem Journal)

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Excellent!

As a Star Wars fan, I really enjoyed this book. The writer pulls you right into the Star Wars universe! I read the book, listened to the audiobook, and I find myself doing it over and over again. It's a must have if you're a Star Wars fan.

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great insight

This was a thrill to listen too! great naration and an amazing story following one of my favorite characters from the star wars universe!

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Interesting Story

Would you consider the audio edition of Star Wars: Darth Maul: Shadow Hunter to be better than the print version?

I definitely find it a little easier to follow.

Have you listened to any of Michael Cumpsty’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I have not listened to any of his other performances. However, I found this one interesting and entertaining.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Normally when I read books talking about the Sith I always root for the Sith. However this book I found myself not sure which side I wanted to win, though I knew the ultimate outcome. Darth Maul has long been a favorite character of mine so I thought that was quite an achievement. As far as extreme reactions go though, no not really.

Any additional comments?

I found it interesting that the reader of this story (in my opinion) spoke with a sort of air of condescension, though if I were being honest I could see a Sith Lord speaking that way so I did come to enjoy that aspect of the story-telling.

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It was ok!

This title was just "ok" as compared to other Star Wars titles. It starts out slowly but picks up after the first quarter of the story. If you're a huge Star Wars fan, you'll enjoy it.

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Pretty Good Shorter Snippet

A short glimpse into Maul, without any character development and some randos get what’s coming to them. It does finish setting up for Episode I. Although Maul Lockdown was wayyyyyyy better.

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loved it

loved every minute of it wish it was a bit longer but a fun ride regardless. I truly enjoy what the extended universe has done with Mail.

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Good book; Weird accent

The fellow who performs this book has the most obscure accent that I’ve ever heard, or has some sort of speech impediment. The story is great though, so there’s that!

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Not the best Star Wars Book

I am a Star Wars book junkie. I have bunches of them both on audible and on my home computer. This one missed the mark for length, quality of story, and quality of performance. It was nice to hear a new Star Wars book but not one that I will probably ever listen two twice.

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Captivated through the whole story

This story was a real treat and was very entertaining. I really really enjoyed it!

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it was wonderful

the only thing that I can say is wrong with this story is that when he does maul's voice, it sounds nothing like the movies. that breathy violent whispery voice was sorely missed. but still the story was perfectly wonderful. need a star wars kick to make you hate 1 2 and 3 less? this doesn't help. but its still awesome!

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