A Clan of Two

05/07/2021

Book Review: A Clan of Two (Star Wars: The Mandalorian)

The Mandalorian series on Disney+ has been a favorite of families of all kinds since it first aired. The gruff Mando with his deeply felt sense of duty and honor contrasts starkly with the innocence and apparent kindness of The Child, and, despite his other obligations, Mando forms a strong attachment with the little creature in its floating capsule/pram.

In this fast-paced storybook, author Brooke Vitale tells the story of how this unlikely pair met, her words bringing us along for the ride. We not only get to know Mando, but also the cast of characters he meets along his way, both the ones out to get him and The Child, and the ones who help him on his missions. Tomatofarm’s illustrations bring them to life, from the wise, resourceful Ugnaught, Kuiil, to the ex-rebel Shock Trooper, Cara Dune, who becomes a friend and ally to Mando. Their adventures take them all over the universe, as Mando tries to both collect bounties and protect The Child. At the very end, we encounter the evil Moff Gideon, a Former Imperial leader, who wants The Child for his own nefarious purposes, and Mando vows to keep The Child safe.

Kids will enjoy reliving the events from the show and will also learn about cooperation and friendship. As the title implies, Mando and The Child form a family unit; as kids know, families come in all shapes and sizes, and though this “Clan of Two” make an unusual family, the bond between them is strong. Mando’s determination to protect and do what is right for The Child is exactly the feeling of responsibility that human parents and caretakers feel for the children they watch over.

This book is fun for reading together or for kids to read on their own. It is a page-turner, whether or not you’ve seen the Disney+ series. Any Star Wars fan will enjoy reading it and sharing it with others.

As with all Penworthy Prebound books, “A Clan of Two” is designed to circulate and endure. If you are not satisfied with its quality, we will replace it, guaranteed. You can find this book on the Penworthy website here.