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A Galactic Shattering: A Review of "Cataclysm"

Lydia Kang's "The High Republic: Cataclysm" plunges us into a pivotal moment within the Star Wars universe, showcasing the Jedi Order at its zenith before the cataclysmic event known as the Great Disas...

A Galactic Conflagration on Jedha: A Review of "The High Republic: The Battle of Jedha"

George Mann's "The Battle of Jedha," a thrilling installment in the Star Wars: High Republic saga, plunges readers into the heart of conflict during the era of...

A Convergence of Threads, Not Quite a Coalescence: A Review of "The High Republic: Convergence"

Zoraida C?rdova's "The High Republic: Convergence," the climactic installment in the first phase of the High Republic publishing initiative, attempts to...

The High Republic: Path of Deceit - A Journey Through Betrayal and Self-Discovery

Tessa Gratton's "Path of Deceit" delves into the murky depths of the Jedi Order during the High Republic era, offering a captivating story interwoven with themes of b...

The Cestus Deception: A Space Opera Mystery With Potential But Missed Opportunities

Steven Barnes's The Cestus Deception, set within the expansive Star Wars universe, presents a compelling premise ? a high-stakes mystery on a remote world with Je...

A Storm Brewing: A Review of "The Approaching Storm"

Alan Dean Foster's "The Approaching Storm," the second novel in his "Shadows of the Empire" series, sets the stage for a galactic power struggle amidst the shadows. It delves deeper into Prince X...

Rogue Planet: A Journey to the Unknown with Familiar Faces (Review)

Greg Bear's Rogue Planet is a compelling addition to the Star Wars expanded universe, offering a unique blend of classic adventure and philosophical exploration. The novel center...

Outbound Flight: A Journey Worth Taking, But Not Without Its Detours

Timothy Zahn's "Outbound Flight," set a full decade before the events of "A New Hope," offers a fresh perspective on the burgeoning galactic empire. The story follows Captain Jav...

Jedi Trial: A Test of Worthiness, Not Always Successful

David Sherman's "Jedi Trial" plunges us into the heart of Jedi training during the High Republic era, a period brimming with hope and optimism within the galaxy. The story follows a young Pada...

Trapped in a Sith's Inferno: A Review of "Darth Maul: Lockdown"

Joe Schreiber's "Darth Maul: Lockdown" throws readers into a claustrophobic battleground where the ruthless Sith Lord finds himself incarcerated on a desolate prison moon. While trappe...

A Sith Among Thieves: A Review of "Darth Maul: Saboteur"

James Luceno's "Darth Maul: Saboteur" plunges us back into the Star Wars universe, this time focusing on the embittered Sith Lord Darth Maul in the years following his dramatic defeat at the...

A Descent into Darkness: A Review of "The Rise and Fall of Darth Vader"

Ryder Windham's "The Rise and Fall of Darth Vader" delves into the tumultuous life of one of Star Wars' most iconic villains, Anakin Skywalker's transformation into the dark lo...