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Kenobi: Star Wars Legends
- Narrated by: Jonathan Davis
- Series: Star Wars: Legends
- Length: 13 hrs and 36 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Science Fiction & Fantasy, Science Fiction
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Publisher's Summary
The Republic has fallen. Sith Lords rule the galaxy. Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi has lost everything….Everything but hope.
Tatooine - a harsh desert world where farmers toil in the heat of two suns while trying to protect themselves and their loved ones from the marauding Tusken Raiders. A backwater planet on the edge of civilized space. And an unlikely place to find a Jedi Master in hiding, or an orphaned infant boy on whose tiny shoulders rests the future of a galaxy.
Known to locals only as "Ben," the bearded and robed offworlder is an enigmatic stranger who keeps to himself, shares nothing of his past, and goes to great pains to remain an outsider. But as tensions escalate between the farmers and a tribe of Sand People led by a ruthless war chief, Ben finds himself drawn into the fight, endangering the very mission that brought him to Tatooine.
Ben - Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi, hero of the Clone Wars, traitor to the Empire, and protector of the galaxy's last hope - can no more turn his back on evil than he can reject his Jedi training. And when blood is unjustly spilled, innocent lives threatened, and a ruthless opponent unmasked, Ben has no choice but to call on the wisdom of the Jedi - and the formidable power of the Force - in his never-ending fight for justice.
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- Troy
- 08-27-13
"The Rifleman"... with a Lightsaber
Tatooine. Some call it the cradle of the Star Wars universe. It's home to the creatures the fans know and love: Jawas, Banthas, Sarlaccs, Krayt Dragons, and Tusken Raiders. And now it is the home of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Luke Skywalker.
Beginning shortly before the end credits roll on Revenge of the Sith and covering the ground in the first weeks after the movie, this book reveals the long-awaited tale of Kenobi's transition from venerable Jedi Master to "just a crazy old hermit." As one might expect, it's not easy to simply stop being who you are, and "Ben" finds himself neck-deep in settlement affairs and sand people attacks before he knows it. The end result is all the heart of an old western and the storytelling magic of Star Wars as John Jackson Miller gives us a look into the depths of the soul of a failed hero.
Narrated by Star Wars audiobook veteran Jonathan Davis, this book is given an even greater depth thanks to a bona fide performance. To be honest, I was hoping for a full one-man show from James Arnold Taylor, who voices Kenobi on The Clone Wars, but Davis' performance is strong enough to stand on its own for the right reasons. The strength of both writing and narration allow one to simply get sucked in and see it play out on the movie screen of the mind. Perhaps I'm a bit biased, but that's what happens for me when Star Wars returns to its roots within the scope of the film saga and finally expands out our understanding of one of its central characters.
While technically a stand-alone adventure, the very nature of the story is that it requires a familiarity with the films to fully appreciate it. But then, if you're not already a fan, why would you be reading this book? As one who is a little more deeply entrenched into the EU, I can say without really spoiling anything about the plot that canon cops are going to be screaming over the rather important reference to Sharad Hett. If you don't know who that is, don't worry - it gets explained, and it works within the scope of the story well. There's just that one tiny point that will irk the diehards specifically because of how woven it is into the backstory. For myself, I don't let it bother me. I found it to be a rather cool nod to an early prequel era comic, and let's be honest here: neither the novels nor the comics are actually canon. Forget this "layers of canon" nonsense, because Star Wars is the only franchise where the younger fans haven't figured it out yet. Regardless... it's a non-issue to the plot of this story. I will simply say this instead, that much like with Darth Plagueis, this book should probably be elevated to a higher level closer to the canon of the films because of the material it does cover.
What IS an issue to the plot of this story is an inside look at the culture of the sand people. As with other appearances of this race here and there throughout the EU, they are suitably creepy and fearsome, and it's a treat for this fan to get a story revolving around them.
One tiny personal disappointment I do have, and this is a bit of a character spoiler, but not a plot spoiler, is that Kenobi at no time learns that Darth Vader is still alive. I was hoping to have this scene, but perhaps they'll leave that for another story. There is no Vader in this story; it's Kenobi-centric, and all that implies. Tatooine is remote, after all, and the news travels slowly. A sense of how slowly is depicted here.
To make up for that tiny little disappointment, what we're given is a range of characters, most of them moisture farmers, who are actually interesting. These characters are so well written that you come to care for their plight in short order, which connects you to Kenobi as he fights his instincts to get involved.
I'll also add that I am a huge fan of ironic justice, and the ending of this book just works for me. It's brilliant, it's huge, and it's a bit disconcerting, and I'll say no more about that.
From there, you sprinkle in a few well-placed classic Ben Burtt sound effects and musical cues from the maestro John Williams, and what you have is one of the better written, better performed, and better produced Star Wars audiobooks on record. I've heard it said in early reviews that it's perhaps better than Darth Plagueis. I don't know that I'd go quite that far, but it is an excellent companion novel to Dark Lord: The Rise of Darth Vader, covering pretty much the same time frame and type of character transition in the wake of Ep. III.
Bottom line, in terms of importance to the EU and caliber of quality, this is one of the best in the line, and one that the fans simply must have.
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- Steven
- 09-12-13
Like the original Star Wars... A Western in Space
I have listened to literally dozens of audio books based on the Star Wars Universe and this has got to be the best one yet. Jonathan Davis should win an award for his amazing reading of this book and John Jackson Miller hit the perfect pitch with this book. Perfect companion to discover what happened to old crazy Ben after dropping off Luke with the Owens in Episode III. Nice references little references to the other elements of the expanded Star Wars universe in comics, books, and movies.
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- Louis T. Heberlein
- 09-02-13
Star Wars version of Pale Rider
Where does Kenobi rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
I place it among the top 10%
What did you like best about this story?
It was different than a typical Star Wars book. It is a small and intimate story without a great evil power or epic space battles. I enjoyed the change.
What does Jonathan Davis bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Jonathan Davis did an excellent job making each character sound distinct and bringing them to life. The audio version (as the Star Wars versions do) also had background audio -- when someone pours a drink, you hear a drink being poured, but it didn't overpower Jonathan Davis' performance.When voicing Obi-Wan, Jonathan Davis sounded exactly like Ewan McGregor's Obi-Wan. I have a hard time believing he wasn't brought in to do some of the voice acting. If it really was Jonathan Davis, he did an incredible job.
Any additional comments?
I haven't read (or listened to) a Star Wars book in a long time, but this one sounded interesting. One reviewer described it like the 1985 Clint Eastwood movie "Pale Rider", and I agree. It was essentially a Western and not a typical Star Wars science fiction book. No space travel or big starship battles. It wasn't "the future of the universe turns on these events" kind of story.
Instead it was a rather small, intimate story set on Tatooine right after Obi-Wan Kenobi (now going by Ben Kenobi) drops off the baby Luke Skywalker with his aunt & uncle. Ben Kenobi tries to settle into a hermit's life near a small settlement, trying not to draw attention to himself or reveal himself as a Jedi Knight (which would draw the Empire's attention to him and Luke). But of course there are attacks by Tusken Raiders, bad guys to deal with, the harsh conditions of Tatooine itself, and a little romantic tension thrown in.
Caring for people and righting wrongs while remaining as aloof and as anonymous as possible are Ben's challenges. It was a nice change of pace for a Star Wars story.
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- Grant
- 09-14-13
Full Praise to John Jackson Miller.
Would you consider the audio edition of Kenobi to be better than the print version?
The Star Wars audiobooks narrated by Marc Thompson and Jonathan Davis are always fantastic. Their voices capture the different characters and species amazingly well through out the whole performance. Music and sound affects from the movies is provided at appropiate places complimenting the fantastic storyline.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Kenobi?
Obi-wan's first trip to the Claim.
Which character – as performed by Jonathan Davis – was your favorite?
Jonathan Davis does a true credit to Obi-wan but his performance as the antagonist Oran Galt resonates. Preception of Galt slowly sifts throughout the novel and Davis carries this remarkaly well so that even as Galt's character shifts you see the traces of the person he once was, is precieved to be and the villan he becomes.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Obi-wan's strength and moral intergrity. Even in the face of what he's lost and when confronted by an evil similar to what he's just escaped Obi-wan refuses to surrender who he is to the Dark Side, there is a moment when he can take out his loss, sorrow and grief on another and once again choose to do what is right.
Any additional comments?
There are too few books that do true credit to the character of Obi-wan Kenobi. Even in the movies his story is shadowed by another. In Episode I he is the apprentice to a great Jedi Master. In Episode II and III while a Master in his own right he is overshadowed by Anakin's deeds and powers, and the audience is enraptured by Anakin decline.
Respected throughout the Jedi Order, Obi-wan is considered the ultimate Jedi, one who embodied all a Jedi is supposed to be. Star Wars Kenobi caputres that core essence of who he is and provides reasonable explanations for how the Ewan McGregor character evolved into the cray wizard and hermit Alec Guinness supposedly is when first introduced at the begining of a A New Hope.
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- A Texan 2
- 02-23-14
Davis and Miller captures Obi-wan's transistion
At the end of Episode III, Obi-Wan Kenobi is forced into hiding after believing that he killed Anakin in their confrontation. He took with him the infant Luke Skywalker and pledged to watch over him until the time was right. Episode VI (or, to us Gen-xer's, Star Wars) sees "Crazy Old Ben" Kenobi pulled out of hiding to finally lead the teen age Luke back out into space to fulfill his destiny.
In between, we have been left to wonder how Obi-Wan became Ben and what life was like for him. This book gives us, at last, the first part of the answer. Set in the months following the end of Episode III, John Jackson Miller takes us on a journey to see how Kenobi struggles to transform himself from the galactic hero to hidden away hermit. The change is not a smooth one for a man used to throwing himself into the action and coming to the rescue of those in need.
The book has been, I think fairly, been called more of a Western rather than a true "Star Wars" novel. But, in truth, it must be what it is in order to successfully deliver Kenobi's story. Tatooine is a remote world where the events of the Republic/Empire are largely third hand tales and life is governed by the efforts to "farm" moisture from the dry desert air while the real threats come from the Hutt's who run the planet and the native Sand People who fight the settlers over it.
The story is largely successful and mostly convincing. Where the story does fall short is in the final acts. The action becomes excessively complicated and feels like something Lucas would throw together as a bunch of unnecessary "wiz-bang". The final disposition of Kenobi, while it ends as it does because continuity requires it, doesn't really get him there in a way I could quite buy into. To say more would spoil things. Overall, it is worth checking out, so I don't want to give too much away.
As is my custom, I consumed this as an audiobook. As has been the case of late, the audio production is superb, and Johnathan Davis, as I've come to expect, does an excellent job bringing these characters to life. He is especially convincing as Kenobi - an iconic voice well known thanks to Ewan MacGregor and James Arnold Taylor's portrayals in the movies and Clone Wars TV series. Davis picks up Kenobi's voice and mannerisms seemlessly and probably makes me give this story it's fourth star when I might have been inclined to just give it three.
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- Erik
- 02-10-14
I have a fever and the only cure is more Kenobi
Would you consider the audio edition of Kenobi to be better than the print version?
I don't own the print version so I honestly wouldn't know.
What did you like best about this story?
The best parts were the parts with Ben in it. He's the reason people would buy this book and I was kind of disappointed that after the first chapter it took quite a long time until we saw him again.
What does Jonathan Davis bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
His Obi-wan impression is spot on. His other voices were good too. I was bit worried that after Marc Thompson I would not be impressed by other voice actors but I was not disappointed.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
There were some funny lines in the book and parts that made me a bit teary eyed. Extreme reactions no...
Any additional comments?
For a book called Kenobi he isn't in it that much. The other characters are interesting of in their own rights but well, I have a fever...and the only prescription is more Kenobi.
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- M. Bentley
- 08-29-13
Kenobi's early days on Tatooine
If you could sum up Kenobi in three words, what would they be?
The three words I'd pick to sum up Kenobi are: Personal, Western and Emotional.
What does Jonathan Davis bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
He brings the characters of the story to life with excellent voice acting. Especially Kenobi himself.
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- eric
- 09-30-13
Wow better than expected!
Where does Kenobi rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
I would have to say in the top 10.
What did you like best about this story?
It wasnt Kenobi going out to save the galaxy, just him dealing with normal everyday life.
Have you listened to any of Jonathan Davis’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
I have liked all of Davis's preformaces. I don't the Star Wars world would be the same if he didnt do it.
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- Jenny
- 09-15-13
Meditation...
Would you consider the audio edition of Kenobi to be better than the print version?
the Audio edition of Kenobi is just as entertaining as John Jackson Miller's written novel. Both crafts were done excellently. A must have!
What did you like best about this story?
Ben Kenobi makes new friends on Tattooine...
Which scene was your favorite?
Kenobi's 'Meditations' scenes teach you patience; even when prayers aren't always answered.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
The ending leaves you satisfied...
Any additional comments?
Great Character driven scenes and John Jackson Miller makes Tattooine shine brighter than its two suns. For the past years, Jonathan Davis has always been the perfect for Kenobi; he gets better every time!
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- Kir Kanos TN
- 10-03-13
Great Narration, Uneventful Story
Would you try another book from John Jackson Miller and/or Jonathan Davis?
Definitely Jonathan Davis. It will depend on what the subject matter John Jackson Miller writes about as to whether I would read another one of his books or not
Would you recommend Kenobi to your friends? Why or why not?
For the die hard Star Wars fan, yes. But for the casual fan, I would recommend 'Darth Plagueis' instead. While the narration was well done and the story well written, there was nothing extraordinary about it. I found nothing revelational about this particular story of Ben (Obi Wan) Kenobi's residency on Tatooine. I expected maybe a revelation that Darth Vader (a.k.a. Anakin Skwalker) had survived their epic encounter or maybe a mentioning of atrocities committed by the newly formed Empire. But, there was hardly a mentioning except regarding known events that occurred in Episode III. We hear his one sided conversations with Qui Gon Jinn, but don't hear his former master's reply. Ben is there to keep vigil while Luke Skywalker grows up, but is evidently doing so at a distance. This story also conveys that Obi Wan is for the most part in an information vacuum in the outer rim on Tatooine. And the story makes it pretty obvious that the will of the Force is to make sure that Ben's true identity as a Jedi Knight is kept a secret, no matter how much trouble he finds himself in.
What does Jonathan Davis bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Jonathan Davis does a fantastic job of pacing the story as well as varying up the voices enough that you know who is speaking without having to hear or read "Said, such and such character." The sound effects and music that accompany his narration of Star Wars audio books also lends to the telling of the story.
Did Kenobi inspire you to do anything?
You mean like hiding out in the desert and talking to ghosts of former mentors? LOL! Not really.
Any additional comments?
LIke I mentioned before, Kenobi is a well written Star Wars story, but unfortunately, it isn't very exciting. There are a lot better Star Wars novels to choose from than 'Kenobi.'
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- HappyCamper
- 09-19-13
Well Written and Read...
Would you listen to Kenobi again? Why?
Outstandingly written and read - draws you in. Great story
What was one of the most memorable moments of Kenobi?
Meditation... very lighthearted moment ;)
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
I could have done, but it made perfect listening going to and from work, Made the journey home in the rain fly by.
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- Reviews101
- 02-28-16
Slow in places, but picks up the pace
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Yes. Get past the dull hick stuff at the start, then it enthrals. Fantastic background sound effects, straight from the movies. Even Chewbacca's in there briefly!
What did you like best about this story?
The first few chapters about the social lives of the 'moisture farmers' in Ben Kenobi's area was pretty dull and hard going. But improved when the pace picked up. The sections about Kenobi and the tuskens were by far the best. Carried on the events after Episode III quite nicely.
What about Jonathan Davis’s performance did you like?
Excellent. And Kenobi (McGregor's) accent was spot on.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
More so as the book progressed.
Any additional comments?
Difficult brief for authors doing tie-in stories - you have to make sure you don't cross any 'canon' elements from the movies. Good job, overall.
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- Bm
- 07-31-20
Excellent insight into life in Tatooine!
Wasn't quite sure where this was heading at first, but soon got into the direction and pace. Absolutely brilliant writing and voice acting. Very immersive, thought provoking, and entertaining.
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- C. Carter
- 05-04-20
Kenobi review
I’ve listened to loads of the Star Wars books and this one took ages to get going with so many different names to new characters and their background on Tatooine. The first 2 parts are very slow going and I only kept listening after reading the good reviews on this book hoping it was going to get more engaging!
Once Ben Kenobi gets more involved and the story revolves around him, the plot opens up and the story is much easier to listen to and is more enjoyable.
Part 3 is when the action starts to hot up and the whole of Part 4 is great with an excellent conclusion to the story.
It’s a good book and worth listening to, but if you are looking for your first Star Wars book, there are better ones like the Darth Bane trilogy, Darth Palagues or the Thrawn trilogy to wet your appetite
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- Anonymous User
- 07-16-20
Should be made a film.
Classic. Perfect story to fit between revenge of the sith and a new hope.
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- Brandon Bloc
- 06-21-20
A Great book after Revenge of the Sith
Ben is so humble from Jedi master to local hero. one of my favourite books
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- sam whiting
- 06-17-20
Best
Brilliant story and storytelling, one of my favourite star wars books to date. Jonathan davis brilliant.
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- J
- 01-21-16
Kenobi Ok
Interesting plot set after the end of Episode 3, Kenobi has to figure out how to handle life not being a Jedi anymore, not a brilliant story but good because it is an original tale and probably tells you what a being an everyday Jedi is all about after war.
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- Flink
- 05-09-22
Loved it
Just what it says on the tin. A Jedi trying to keep an eye on a certain young boy, whilst simultaneously coming to terms with the death of almost every friend he's ever had... and still doing good in small, discrete ways. I can understand why some may find this a little boring. There's a lot of inner dialogue, and Kenobi trying to overcome loneliness. But, a slow burn is not the same as boring imo.
Really enjoyed getting to know more about Tuscan culture too and there's a mystery that permeates the whole narrative and has a satisfying ending.
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- Gareth
- 05-04-22
this is not story you've been looking for
let's start with the positive: great production, good narration.
I got this to listen to due to the impending series coming out on Disney+ as to compare them. I'm now hoping that the series delivers so much more.
this book, whilst non-offensive, just doesn't go anywhere.
it focus more on the trials of a settlement and its inhabitants; making Ben more of a side attraction.
I recommend the Darth Bane trilogy instead.
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- Josh
- 09-30-16
Suprisingly Good
What made the experience of listening to Kenobi: Star Wars Legends the most enjoyable?
Great story that felt true to Kenobi's character.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Ben Kenobi.
What about Jonathan Davis’s performance did you like?
Unbelievably good Ben Kenobi voice; but sadly, the females all sound like slutty transvestites which detracts from the Audiobook experience, even towards the end it was still bothering me.
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- Scott Agnew
- 10-08-15
Exceptional
Didn't think much of it going in but after 2 chapters i was hooked. Well done
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- Andrew
- 05-02-22
Bit disappointing.
I've got about 80% of the Star Wars audio books and this was one of the worst... Along with the latest Thrawn book.
I think some people give all star wars books a high review just because it's Star wars.
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- Anonymous User
- 04-29-22
Star Wars Kenobi (Ben)
This book is so good it explains so much about Tuscans and it will help me under stand the soon to come Kenobi series on Disney plus.
Overall it is really good explains a lot and is a great book ☺️
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- Anonymous User
- 04-20-22
Hello There
Absolutely engrossing story especially for Kenobi fans. Very faithful to Obi and his mindset at the time. Killer job as usual by Johnathan Davis and the production team. Enjoy!
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- Anonymous User
- 04-17-22
Hello, it's good
Loved it, starts a tad slow but has a solid story, nice lead up for the new kenobi show that's gonna come out
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- Anonymous User
- 04-17-22
atrocious
can't go wrong with a good kenobi story. keep up the good work bunji, appreciate it
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- Michael D'Alessandro
- 03-17-22
Pretty low stakes story
Kenobi character was true to form and you believed his choices. The story was very low stakes and as a result, this was pretty ho-hum
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- Tony
- 01-15-22
Good read on a rainy day
I agree with others that it took a couple of chapters to get going, but once it did, it moved along quite nicely. Not the strongest story line and found it a little weak towards the end but otherwise it was quite a decent read. Can't say too much more without giving it away too much. The narration was very well done with lots of different characters thrown in, Ben's character I thought was almost perfect. I could actually visualise Ewan as the story unfolded. The sound effects were also well balanced by not being overdone.
Like my other review on "Dawn Of The Jedi" I found it to be a very good read if you could get past the flaws and didn't take it too seriously. I also found it to be true to the overall "Star Wars" story, fitting in well with the timeline and a good introduction to Ben's life on Tatooine. It could become "Canon" quite easily.
PS. As a car enthusiast, I really enjoyed the (basic) descriptive world of the different land speeders.
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- Lyndall Quaife
- 10-12-20
Great
Sad interesting 🤔 and mysterious and awesome 👏 made me cry at the end and confused 😐 but in the end awesome 😎 book