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Star Wars: Lords of the Sith Book Review

At the front of this book one we get the first look at The Story of Star Wars, a visual timeline of the movies and where the books fit in to canon. This book takes place after Revenge of the Sith, before James Luceno’s, Tarkin novel. Lords of the Sith is written by New York Times bestselling author, Paul S. Kemp.

OVERALL THOUGHTS:

Boy oh boy this book starts of with a bang, from page one I was sucked in with left hanging on to the edge of my seat. Kemp does an outstanding job voicing our lords of the sith, Vader and the Emperor. Kemp provides great character development and gets us in the mindset of the Free Ryloth movement led by the Twi’lek, Cham Syndulla.

One of my favorite scenes from Revenge of the Sith is that conversation between Anakin and Palpatine at the opera. It was dark, mysterious, and tense. Kemp delivers that same intensity in the dialogue between Vader and the Emperor in this book.

This book displays the true birth of the rebellion and their first blow against the Empire. Each character is written and handled with respect. All these characters were believable, well developed and original.

I have to say, this book contains the best 5 pages I’ve read in any form of Star Wars literature, be it Legends and new canon. Buy this book. If you’re not interested, go to the book store grab this book and turn to page 193 in the hardback edition.

The last chapter is intense! We see Vader in a way we’ve never seen him.

RATING:

I give this book 5 out of 5

Star Wars: Heir to the Jedi Book Review

by Matthew Wilson

Heir to the Jedi, the third Star Wars Book in the new Canon. Written by Kevin Hearne, a New York Times Best Seller. This book is written if first person. Not really the ideal way to write a Star Wars book. You’re either going to love the style or hate it. (The Legends book I, Jedi was the first Star Wars book written in first person.) In this book, Luke goes on one mission to another and another with all new characters, with the brief passing of a few familiar names like Leia and Akbar. I believe this book failed on so many levels. The biggest failure in this book is the portrayal of Luke Skywalker, (who just so happens to be my favorite character) a complete disservice! Heir to the Jedi takes place soon after the Battle of Yavin, long before the events of The Empire Strikes Back. Luke doesn’t know much about the force as of yet but starts small by moving objects (noodles). This book portrays Luke Skywalker and the other new characters as complete morons. Do yourself a favor and watch my more in depth review before you spend the money on this book. Kevin Hearne, he tried, I think… It might be best if he keeps his pen from writing any Star Wars Books for a long time. Heir to the Jedi was a major flop. I really can’t believe this book was approved to be a part of the Canon. The cover on this book is pretty awesome – Life lesson – don’t judge a book by its cover. I give this book a 0 out of 5

Star Wars: Tarkin Book Review

by Matthew Wilson

The second book in the new Star Wars Canon. This book is loaded with a cast of classic sinister characters! James Luceno does a fantastic job capturing the voice of Grand Moff Tarkin. Taking place in the Star Wars timeline between Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope. Yet, it also takes place before the first release of the new canon, Star Wars A New Dawn.

Many Star Wars Characters have been expanded upon in recent years under the Legends expanded universe. Now, it’s Tarkin’s turn. We get a glimpse of his past and the trials he faced as a young man. In this tale, a band of outlaws steal Tarkin’s ship in the opening pages. We follow Tarkin and Darth Vader as they hunt down the misfits.

Luceno brings us a great story with great dialogue which paints clear imagery with the way he writes. There are a few minor things in the book I wish weren’t in there. One example of those things would be Palpatine’s first name. Yep, that’s inside.

You won’t be disappointed in this book, I recommend you purchase this one. Grand Moff Tarkin is indeed a great Star Wars Character and deserved a good book.

I give this book a 3 out of 5

Star Wars: A New Dawn Book Review

by Matthew Wilson

Star Wars: A New Dawn was written by New York Times Bestselling Author, John Jackson Miller. The book is published by Del-Rey, and contains a forward by Clone Wars and Rebels creator, Dave Filoni. This novel is the first entry in Disney’s new canon expanded universe. This is also my first book review, so bare with me as I get a grip on the world of reviewing.

A New Dawn takes place many years after the galactic Clone Wars. The Empire is in full force throughout the galaxy, establishing its dominance over former republic worlds. The story is a tie-in novel to the new Disney animated series, Rebels. We’re introduced to Kanan and Hera, detailing how they come to know each other. We follow the duo on a crazy mission to defy the Empire and the menacing cyborg villain, Count Vidian. The story was entertaining and the characters were done well. John Jackson Miller is an excellent author.

Rating: I give Star Wars: A New Dawn a B