A review by e_flah
A Test of Courage by Justina Ireland

adventurous emotional slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I was curious to see how A Test of Courage would fit into The High Republic's wave 1 release as the Great Disaster is pretty bleak. The story follows the newly-knighted Jedi Vernestra, a Padawan named Imri, budding scientist Avon, and hopeful field medic Honesty. A Test of Courage follows the group on their journey to the dedication of Starlight Beacon, which definitely doesn't go according to plan.

A Test of Courage grapples with big themes like grief and finding your purpose. While the book may be for younger readers, the challenges faced by the main characters are not minimized or easily solved. I loved seeing Vernestra grapple with her pride of becoming a Jedi Knight so early. Imri's
grief over losing his master and struggle to resist the dark side were portrayed really compellingly as well.


This was an entertaining read and I'm looking forward to seeing more of Vernestra in Out of the Shadows.
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