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A Tangled Web of Intrigue: A Review of "Cloak of Deception"

James Luceno's "Cloak of Deception" plunges readers into a period of galactic turmoil, where the looming threat of war casts a long shadow over the Republic. The novel follows Jedi Master...

A Shadow Play: A Review of Cloak of Deception

James Luceno's "Cloak of Deception," set between "Attack of the Clones" and "Revenge of the Sith," delves into the murky world of the Clone Wars, focusing on Jedi Master even Piell and his quest to unco...

A Brotherhood Bound by Duty: A Review of Mike Chen's "Brotherhood"

Mike Chen's "Brotherhood," set in the tumultuous years between Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith and Star Wars: Order 66, delves into the complex relationship between two iconic figure...

Bloodline: A Legacy Tarnished - A Review

Claudia Gray's Bloodline plunges into the political landscape of the Star Wars galaxy decades before The Force Awakens, focusing on Leia Organa?s struggle against a rising tide of extremism. While the bo...

Battlefront: Twilight Company - A Review

Alexander Freed's "Battlefront: Twilight Company" plunges readers into the heart of the Galactic Civil War, focusing on a ragtag group of clone troopers struggling to survive amidst the chaos of Order 66. T...

Battlefront II: Inferno Squad - A Review

Christie Golden's "Inferno Squad" offers a compelling glimpse into the tumultuous life of Imperial soldiers during the Galactic Civil War, set amidst the events of Star Wars Battlefront II. The novel focuse...

A New Hope for Squadron-Based Action: A Review of "Alphabet Squadron"

Alexander Freed's "Alphabet Squadron" plunges readers into the tumultuous years following the Galactic Civil War, a time where the New Republic struggles to solidify its hold on...

A Togruta's Journey: Reviewing "Ahsoka"

E.K. Johnston's Ahsoka dives deep into the emotional journey of the titular character after her departure from the Jedi Order. It explores themes of identity, belonging, and finding purpose beyond established...

Aftermath: Life Debt - A Review

Chuck Wendig's "Aftermath: Life Debt," the second installment in his trilogy exploring the tumultuous period following the Battle of Endor, offers a compelling dive into the complexities of the post-Empire galaxy. Wh...

A Triumphant Ending Marred by Overwrought Prose: A Review of Aftermath: Empire's End

Chuck Wendig?s "Aftermath: Empire's End" is a compelling, if uneven, conclusion to the "Aftermath" trilogy. Set immediately after the events of "Return of the Jedi...

Aftermath: A Glimpse into a Shattered Galaxy

Chuck Wendig's "Aftermath" plunges readers headfirst into the tumultuous years immediately following the fall of the Galactic Empire, a period often overshadowed by the iconic heroes of the Rebellion. T...

A New Dawn: A Solid Start to the Star Wars Underworld, but Lacking Spark

John Jackson Miller's "A New Dawn," a prequel set between the events of "Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith" and "Star Wars: A New Hope," offers a fascinating glimpse into the beg...