Darth Paper Strikes Back
Darth Paper Strikes Back is the follow-up novel to the hugely popular Young Reader book titled The Strange Case of Origami Yoda. Tom Angleberger penned the book, which was published on August 23, 2011. Through a poll on Tom Angleberger's official site, fans voiced their preference for Darth Paper as the central figure in the next story, with over 10,000 votes cast.
The narrative continues after the perplexing prophecies and insightful guidance of Origami Yoda in Dwight's McQuarrie Middle School classroom, returning to assist Dwight, Tommy, Kellen, Sara, Rhondella, and their classmates. The arrival of Darth Paper signifies a single, ominous event: the downfall of Origami Yoda. One character will be influenced by Darth Paper's evil powers, resulting in a nearly unforgivable action.
The book contains instructions for creating Darth Paper from origami paper, along with additional bonus content.
The story in this book was followed by a sequel titled The Secret of the Fortune Wookiee.
Publisher's Summary
Ralph McQuarrie Middle School is experiencing a difficult period. Harvey, after enduring various embarrassing situations related to Origami Yoda, succeeds in getting Dwight suspended from school for being a "troublemaker." Origami Yoda urges Tommy and Kellen to help Dwight by compiling a new case file—one that demonstrates the positive impact of Dwight's presence at McQuarrie. With the support of their friends, Tommy and Kellen document cases such as "Origami Yoda and the Pre-eaten Wiener," "Origami Yoda and the Exploding Pizza Bagels," and "Origami Yoda and Wonderland: The Musical." However, Harvey and his Darth Paper puppet have a clandestine plan that could make Dwight's suspension permanent . . .
Tom Angleberger, known for his humorous exploration of middle school intrigues, trends, and dramas, has created a worthy sequel to his successful bestseller.
Notes and references
External links
- Origami Vader debuts in Darth Paper Strikes Back on StarWars.com (original site is defunct)
- Darth Paper Strikes Back (Origami Yoda #2) on Amazon.com (backup link)
- OrigamiYoda.com