I thought the book was good loved the adventure well written... however there are a few things I did not like. I felt the build up was nice the apex was way to quick. This book could have opened a whole series about the Jedi world and gree technology and the journey in to the void. Just felt like there was a lot that could have been done. I hope someone picks up on one of these many topics.

Wasn’t a fan of the constant flashbacks every chapter. But by the third act of the book I felt invested in Lanoree and Tre Sana’a companionship. And cheered for Lanoree to stop Dal. All in all i enjoyed the book.

Not going to lie, I worked on this book for over six months (likely more? I’m not sure) because the first majority is incredibly boring. Some parts don’t make sense, and some don’t logically add up. It also was fairly predictable, but the ending was actually decent and will lead well into a hopefully better sequel. I’m going to keep reading this series solely because I’m a dedicated fan of Star Wars.

I gave this book 4 stars because of how well written it is as compared to other Star Wars novels. The main character has depth and I developed an interest in her plight. The time and location of the novel fall in an interesting period that is covered more throughly in comic books and I found myself looking for more information online. I would read a sequel to this novel.

Dawn of the Jedi is a complex, entertaining, fascinating, and compelling story of the ancient beginnings of what will become the familiar Star Wars universe. That complexity doesn’t always pay off, and at times I felt alienated and confused. But it’s always refreshing when Star Wars publishing takes risks! It’s got a lot going for it, and while I was not 100% satisfied, I was at least engaged. The story’s strong suits are its two major characters, Lanoree and Dalien Brock. The conflict between these two siblings really drives the plot and can pull the reader through the convoluted story elements. Lanoree is an extremely well-crafted female protagonist, who is undeniably good although she straddles the fence of light and dark. The idea of a antagonist who is not just another Sith Lord with daddy issues but instead is compelled to seek his destiny among the stars is a nice change of pace and really works in this case. Furthermore, the book does a good job establishing its sidekick, mentor, droid, spaceship, and home planet. George Lucas fanboys might even be pleasantly surprised by the inclusion and repurposing of his Ashla and Bogan ideas as the moons of said planet, Tython. Despite its strengths, Dawn of the Jedi’s peripheral elements are distracting at times. Someone picking up this novel because it takes place early in the Legends timeline may not discover the helpful comic material published by Dark Horse that really enhance the immense amount of new worldbuilding taking place in this new era of Star Wars storytelling. Without reading the Dawn of the Jedi comics, the Tho Yor concept and the various planets in the Tythan system might just be a bit much to grasp. There’s little doubt that had the sale to Disney not taken place, we would have seen this era receive the attention needed to flesh out the ideas introduced in this novel – but that’s an exchange I’ll make any day. As a novel, this one is good, especially if you’re willing to sink your teeth in. It’s certainly a wild ride!

Fun and fast pace; just what you expect from the antics of the Jedi

4 stars for originality, freshness, and a new and different look st Star Wars. For just the writing and plot I would give about 3-1/2 stars. There is one main plot line, that is fairly strait forward, and follows Lanoree Brock's relationship with her brother in the past and in the present. If you are going to read the Dawn of the Jedi comic series this book is a must read. Reading this book first allows you to jump right into the comic series without feeling lost. Through Lanoree you are introduced to the Tython system and the Je'daii's unique understanding of the force. The Je'daii do not focus on just the light side of the force, but instead the balance between the light and the dark. This allows them to occasionally do some very dark things, which is something we are unaccustomed to seeing of the Jedi. One of the payoffs towards the end of the book shows Lanoree going to a very dark place

It took me a while to get into it but at the end is the day I liked the book. Not loved it though. At the end of the book I was hooked though now I am so into the Lenoree story.

This book is an excellent tie-in to the comic book series. You do not need to even read the comics to read this book. The flashback element adds an awesome level to the story. It keeps you wondering the whole time. Good jump off point to the EU. May the force be with you!!!!

This book is a huge disappointment for me. From the very beginning the writing style and story just seemed far left of the bullseye. I was hopeful that the writer would use a little kentucky windage and adjust for a center mass bullseye at the end but by that point he wasn't even hitting the target. In the end-a very bad, clunky, disjointed Star Wars book. For me this book is the Episode I of the expanded universe. The opportunity and responsibility to write this foundational story should have been given to a different author. I keep this book in my "back pocket" for one of my vacation reads....it was the only disappointment at the beach.