abigcoffeedragon's review against another edition
2.0
This was fair to midland read for me.
With the advent of the NEW expanded universe and all Star Wars mythology being redone in lieu of the films, I thought that I would try to stay on top of the new EU with the novels and timeline, hence the reading of the newer short stories for leading into The Force Awakens.
That being said, having seen the film and reading this, they have nothing to do with one another. This comes off as fan fiction written to have some stories of Luke, Han and Liea prior to the new generation taking over in the Force Awakens. Being the chapter selected for Han Solo prior to the film, this was a major let down.
Han had none of the characteristics that make him Solo, other than I am only in it for the money attitude. And that alone does not keep this story afloat. Also, beyond Solo and Chewie, every character is a throw away. What is the point of doing these if nothing will even be relevant later on anyway.
I will read all three shorts for all three heroes, but this is not looking good for the new UE of Star Wars.
With the advent of the NEW expanded universe and all Star Wars mythology being redone in lieu of the films, I thought that I would try to stay on top of the new EU with the novels and timeline, hence the reading of the newer short stories for leading into The Force Awakens.
That being said, having seen the film and reading this, they have nothing to do with one another. This comes off as fan fiction written to have some stories of Luke, Han and Liea prior to the new generation taking over in the Force Awakens. Being the chapter selected for Han Solo prior to the film, this was a major let down.
Han had none of the characteristics that make him Solo, other than I am only in it for the money attitude. And that alone does not keep this story afloat. Also, beyond Solo and Chewie, every character is a throw away. What is the point of doing these if nothing will even be relevant later on anyway.
I will read all three shorts for all three heroes, but this is not looking good for the new UE of Star Wars.
cptrexct's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
inspiring
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? No
3.0
perch15's review
4.0
A phenomenal little Han/Chewie adventure that perfectly captures the characters in all their irreverent glory. Introduces a few new characters and , as with the rest of the "Journey to Force Awakens" books, effortlessly re-organizes and fleshes out some of the time between Jedi and Episode VII.
shumphrey's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
A fun adventure with Han and Chewie shortly after the destruction of the Death Star. Nothing earth-shattering, but a nice quick adventure.
matt08's review against another edition
I did not expect such a great epilogue but it perfectly wrapped everything up and ties in to Princess and the Scoundrell which was written much later. I really appreciated the portions written from Chewie's POV and I think this is likely the most Chewie focused Canon book so far.
nikshelby's review against another edition
3.0
"The galaxy was a big place, the universe a bigger one; it seemed a waste of time not to try to taste at least some of the feast that was out there."
"The old man shrugged. "Thing about the galaxy, there's as many versions of the truth as there are stars. Got an old friend who's fond of saying that truth is greatly dependent on your point of view. Truth ain't the same as fact, kid. You believe what you want to believe."
"The old man shrugged. "Thing about the galaxy, there's as many versions of the truth as there are stars. Got an old friend who's fond of saying that truth is greatly dependent on your point of view. Truth ain't the same as fact, kid. You believe what you want to believe."
eishe's review against another edition
4.0
A neat action flick set between A New Hope and Empire Strikes Back. Chewie gets a medal and the Empire gets a female character. Obviously young adult though.