EW's Temple conducted an interview with Jedi Apprentice author Jude Watson and came away with some interesting info. Here's a couple of samples:

In Japan, the relationship between master and apprentice is strict and apprentices are not allowed to make any objections to their masters. But in JA, Obi-Wan sometimes does not respect Qui-Gon's direction. With the background of Japanese master and apprentice relationships, this lack of respect is very unusual for us. What image do you see for the relationship between Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan?

The Master-Apprentice relationship in the Jedi order is meant to be unique. One of the goals of the Master is to teach his or her Padawan independence. Many Jedi Knights operate independently and must be on their own for long periods of time. It is important that when Obi-Wan disagrees with Qui-Gon it must not be seen as a sign of disrespect. The process of disagreeing with the Master is seen as part of the education process and is encouraged. Outright disobedience, of course, is not. This is why when Obi-Wan decides to stay on Melida/Daan, Qui-Gon sees it as a violation of trust. The Jedi students are taught to trust their instincts, but it is also important that they realize that they need guidance to understand and interpret their instincts. Obi-Wan acts on his heart's impulse. He does come to regret his decision, and it is up to the reader to decide if he was wrong or right, or if there was a better way to handle it. Obi-Wan is not perfect, and must come to better understand his place in the world and his responsibilities as a Jedi. That is what the Jedi Apprentice series is all about.

We are very glad to know JA Special Edition 'Deceptions' will be published. Please tell us something about the story if it's possible.

In "Deceptions," there will be two parts to the plot. In the first, Obi-Wan will be faced with the consequences of a traumatic event in "The Captive Temple." In the second part, we will visit Obi-Wan years later as a Jedi Knight training his Padawan, Anakin Skywalker. Unresolved plot threads from Part One will suddenly re-surface, plunging Obi-Wan into a re-examination of something he never wanted to deal with again. You'll see a bit of Obi-Wan's relationship with Anakin, and how he struggles to live up to the memory of his former Master, Qui-Gon.

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