Queen's Hope (Queen Amidala, #3) by E. K. Johnston

Queen's Hope (Queen Amidala, #3) by E. K. Johnston-280 pages

This is the final entry in the trilogy about Amidala and her handmaidens. In this story, now Senator Amidala is sent on a secret mission for the Galactic Senate after having recently secretly married Anakin Sywalker on her home planet of Naboo. Amidala hasn't told anyone of her secret marriage not even her former handmaidens. Now, she asks Sabe (one of her former handmaidens) to stand in for her as Senator while she goes on this important secret mission to Hebekrr Minor. How long will she be able to keep her marriage to Anakin secret? Can Sabe fill in successfully for her one last time and can their friendship last? If you've seen the Star Wars prequel films, then you know how it all shakes out. It was still enjoyable to explore what Padme Amidala's life was like in between the events of the prequel films. I rate this 4 out of 5 stars. 

Queen's Shadow (Star Wars Disney Canon) by E.K. Johnston

Queen's Shadow (Star Wars Disney Canon) by E.K. Johnston-345 pages

I enjoyed reading this Star Wars Disney Canon novel about Padme Amidala. It covers her last days as Queen of Naboo and her early time spent as a Galactic Senator on Coruscant. It was compelling to read about her time after the events of The Phantom Menace (Star Wars: Episode I) and before Attack of the Clones (Episode II). Additionally, I liked learning about Padme's origins and family on Naboo and about how she first struck a friendship with Senator Bail Organa. I would recommend it to any Star Wars fan, especially those who liked the prequel trilogy.