colls's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
4.0
This series overall is phenomenal - and probably some of my favorite non-Jedi content in the Star Wars universe. This was a satisfying ending to the overall action in hunting down the Shadow Wing and I like the way the author dealt with soldiers and the aftermath of war.
the_resistance_book_club's review
3.0
I’m happy I finished the trilogy! I never wanna read from this author ever again
axlaru's review
adventurous
dark
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
jarichan's review against another edition
2.0
Irgendwie schaffte es dieses Buch einfach nicht, mich zu überzeugen. An keiner Stelle fühlte ich mich in die Handlung involviert oder reizte mich das Weiterlesen. Obwohl ich die anderen Teile besser bewertet habe, ist der Abschlussband mir verschlossen geblieben...
Die Figuren wären eigentlich interessant, aber Reeds Schreibstil, der mir schon bei den anderen Büchern ein wenig zäh schien, konnte hier für mich keinerlei Tiefe und/oder Spannung entwickeln. Das tempo scheint trotz vieler Kämpfe und wichtiger Szenen immer etwa gleich zu bleiben.
An einigen wenigen Stellen kam ein wenig Gefühl bei mir auf. Aber leider reichte dies nicht, um die Lektüre für mich zu retten. Irgendwie schade, aber sei's drum...
Die Figuren wären eigentlich interessant, aber Reeds Schreibstil, der mir schon bei den anderen Büchern ein wenig zäh schien, konnte hier für mich keinerlei Tiefe und/oder Spannung entwickeln. Das tempo scheint trotz vieler Kämpfe und wichtiger Szenen immer etwa gleich zu bleiben.
An einigen wenigen Stellen kam ein wenig Gefühl bei mir auf. Aber leider reichte dies nicht, um die Lektüre für mich zu retten. Irgendwie schade, aber sei's drum...
gingerreader99's review against another edition
5.0
This was top notch. Some parts were touchy at first, like the first bit of the 1st novel of the trilogy. However, the rest more than makes up for the touchy bits. The major action set pieces in this are exquisite and a joy to read. Freed does starfighter action like Rogue One does: perfectly.
Then there's the character work, which is nothing short of absolutely superb. There's so much to analyze here that no review can do this justice, but basically it gets into the heads of what I'd consider various archetypal soldiers but from my experience in the CAF and knowing Afghan vets personally / read many memoirs of soldiers - each characters viewpoint and decisions are remarkably similar to those I know and have read about.
This trilogy is the one that looks at the pilots and rebellion members that aren't in the Falcon or Red 5, makes them matter and answers the question of what do "heroes of the rebellion" do when they can't go be Jedi or husband's to Senators.
It's heartbreaking and exhilarating.
Then there's the character work, which is nothing short of absolutely superb. There's so much to analyze here that no review can do this justice, but basically it gets into the heads of what I'd consider various archetypal soldiers but from my experience in the CAF and knowing Afghan vets personally / read many memoirs of soldiers - each characters viewpoint and decisions are remarkably similar to those I know and have read about.
This trilogy is the one that looks at the pilots and rebellion members that aren't in the Falcon or Red 5, makes them matter and answers the question of what do "heroes of the rebellion" do when they can't go be Jedi or husband's to Senators.
It's heartbreaking and exhilarating.
jopriestleyx's review against another edition
3.75
Other reviews claim an incredibly satisfying ending. I would very much disagree. Good book, but underwhelming all round.
braddington's review against another edition
5.0
Even Victory has it's price...
Alexander Freed perfectly caps off the Alphabet Squadron trilogy with "Victory's Price." This third installment makes clear the a philosophical debate at the heart of these books: how will society judge those who've either directly or indirectly carried out atrocities? We see this throughout the eyes of Yrica Quell as she has continued to struggle with determining her place in the galaxy, but it really comes to the forefront through her interactions with her former master Soran Keize.
Much of Victory's Price focuses on the quieter more intimate moments between the characters we've grown with for two years, all set within a wild space chase that leaves you wanting more with every surprising turn. It all feels deserved with how authentic Alphabet squad has become, thanks to Freed's powerful prose. The book hits an explosive third act, and it's nearly impossible to put it down. Every page keeps you floored leading up to a satisfying and logical conclusion.
The Alphabet Squadron trilogy is Star Wars publishing at its best, and I hope Freed gets more access to the galaxy sandbox in the years to come.
Alexander Freed perfectly caps off the Alphabet Squadron trilogy with "Victory's Price." This third installment makes clear the a philosophical debate at the heart of these books: how will society judge those who've either directly or indirectly carried out atrocities? We see this throughout the eyes of Yrica Quell as she has continued to struggle with determining her place in the galaxy, but it really comes to the forefront through her interactions with her former master Soran Keize.
Much of Victory's Price focuses on the quieter more intimate moments between the characters we've grown with for two years, all set within a wild space chase that leaves you wanting more with every surprising turn. It all feels deserved with how authentic Alphabet squad has become, thanks to Freed's powerful prose. The book hits an explosive third act, and it's nearly impossible to put it down. Every page keeps you floored leading up to a satisfying and logical conclusion.
The Alphabet Squadron trilogy is Star Wars publishing at its best, and I hope Freed gets more access to the galaxy sandbox in the years to come.
emsemce123's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
I wish the characters in this series would just pick a side and commit to it. There's no point bothering to try to remember which side which character belongs to or sides with, they're just gonna change sides...then change sides again...then change sides again. Struggled through this entire series, not a very engaging plot, boring characters with poor motivations that I just can't care about despite trying to numerous times. I love Star Wars and Star Wars lore and I appreciate this trying its own unique thing but the writing just does nothing for me.