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Star Wars: Jedi Academy
3 Reviews
(4)
4-6
Star Wars: Jedi Academy series.
Victor returns to Jedi Academy (A New Class) and erroneously assumes he'll get the drama club lead, but more troubling is the inexplicable cyberbullying of his older sister. A dramatic revelation about their father brings the siblings together and showcases their friends' loyalty. Krosoczka's comedy relies heavily on franchise references; the graphic panels, school newspaper columns, and "Stargram" photos generate a quick pace.
Reviewer: Megan Lynn Isaac
(4)
4-6
Star Wars: Jedi Academy series.
Krosoczka takes over from Jeffrey Brown, introducing a new protagonist in this fourth series entry. Victor Starspeeder transfers to Jedi Academy but struggles to use the Force productively (especially in drama club), make friends, and pass his classes. Krosoczka attempts to sustain continuity with previous volumes, albeit using his own looser art style and different fonts, but the plot and conflicts feel recycled.
Reviewer: Megan Lynn Isaac
(4)
4-6
Star Wars: Jedi Academy series.
In his third year at Jedi Academy Middle School, Roan's days are busy. He has his first date with Gaiana, endures a spate of pranks, takes a field trip to Coruscant, survives the Obstacle Challenge Trial, and manages to graduate. Although the story lacks much depth, series fans will enjoy reuniting with Roan's classmates and teachers through his journal entries, cartoons, and "holomails."
Reviewer: Megan Lynn Isaac
3 reviews
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