This took me a little longer to read than I'd like since I moved right in the middle of reading it. So, I think my review is going to be a little less detailed than I'd like it to be. Regardless, here we go:

I thought this was generally pretty good. I came to like having the background story of Pax and Rahara, I just wish we got more insight into how their relationship changed after Pax rescued Rahara. Of course we're given the breif mention that they're more physically close to each other suggesting a relationship, but I would've liked to get a heart to heart scene to make this developent more impactful to us as readers.

I liked how Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon were characterized, too. Especially Qui-Gon — I feel like him being more on the chaotic end was a great to show the contrast and strain between him and Obi-Wan. The strain was also quite relatable. Never feeling like enough is a common feeling among many of us, so it's not hard to feel Obi-Wan's pain. Especially when he finds out from a senator that Qui-Gon has been invited to the council. I've had to deal with some lingering hurt feelings from a falling out with a previous mentor figure, so reading about how their relationship improved and healed gave me a little solace.

Overall, good book. Wish there was a little more time spent on characterization in some bits, but there was enough to still thoroughly enjoy the story. Definitely going to peruse around for more master and padawan books...