Staring
Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-jae
Overview
In an age of light, a darkness rises.
A hundred years before the rise of the Empire, the Jedi Order and the Galactic Republic have prospered for centuries without war. During this time, an investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a Jedi Master against a dangerous warrior from his past.
Review
The Acolyte
Any new Star Wars is a win and this was a solid introduction to The High Republic. It’s also a great look at politically motivated and flawed Jedi. The series sets up a sequel, which I hope happens soon but likely won’t happen until after Celebration next year.
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