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Novel Review: From a Certain Point of View – The Empire Strikes Back

From a Certain Point of View The Empire Strikes Back Mynock Manor Review

The idea for the original From a Certain Point of View garnered tons of attention for its nearly endless possibilities to reshape such classic films, giving them new life even 40 years after their debut. Thankfully it seems to be a tradition, at least for now since the prequels won’t have the opportunity for another 20 years (and let’s not even talk about how old I’d be when the sequels would hit the milestone…), to take the original trilogy films and retell them from new, interesting, and unexpected points of view, which brings us to From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back. Stronger across the board in its stories, with more consistently engaging tales and original or surprising points of view, and a far more coherent structure from one tale to next, From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back does not fall short of its source material, doing it justice by being such a great and memorable sequel. Continue reading “Novel Review: From a Certain Point of View – The Empire Strikes Back”

Canon Comic Review: Star Wars Adventures #1 (Vol. 2)

Star Wars Adventures #1 (Vol. 2) Mynock Manor Review

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Star Wars Adventures #1 (Vol. 2) is a relaunch of the all-ages IDW series, which originally began in 2017, and it begins by focusing on the era between The Last Jedi and The Rise of Skywalker, putting the sequel trilogy’s heroes front and center. The backup stories return, but for now the Graf family is taking a break from telling tales and we’re getting villainous-led tales instead for now. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Star Wars Adventures #1 (Vol. 2)”

From A Certain Point Of View: The Empire Strikes Back Character Cards Revealed

From a Certain Point of View The Empire Strikes Back Announcement

Updates regarding the much anticipated From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back have been sparse to non-existent since its announcement but one of the most moments leading up to its release has finally happened: social cards revealing who or what each of the 40 authors is writing about! Rolled out in 5 minutes intervals through Del Rey’s Twitter account, it was a blast to watch the unveiling unfold, especially when the Twitter account VeersWatch got his due. Head below for all the stories to be told, as I break them all down and reveal the top 10 I’m most excited for. UPDATE: Here’s my review, including which ones made my final Top Ten. Continue reading “From A Certain Point Of View: The Empire Strikes Back Character Cards Revealed”

Canon Comic Review: Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars – Battle Tales #5

Star Wars Adventures The Clone Wars Battle Tales #5

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The Clone Wars – Battle Tales #5 brings these early clone tales to an end with a weird but fun  flashback, while the framing story wraps up too quickly. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars – Battle Tales #5”

Canon Comic Review: Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars – Battle Tales #4

Star Wars Adventures The Clone Wars Battle Tales #4 Mynock Manor Review

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The Clone Wars – Battle Tales #4 is the miniseries’ penultimate issue, introducing us to a new clone crew that results in a solid change of pace. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars – Battle Tales #4”

Canon Comic Review: Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars – Battle Tales #3

Star Wars Adventures The Clone Wars Battle Tales #3

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Return, the Clone Wars, do…from a certain point of view! The Clone Wars – Battle Tales’ latest issue once again remains truthful to its roots. Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars – Battle Tales #3”

Star Wars Comics October 2020 Solicitations

Star Wars Comics October 2020 Solicitations

October feels so far away, but I’m very anxious for it to come as not only does The Mandalorian’s second season arrive, Star Wars Squadrons will be out, and it’s my birthday month, but I’m getting married (finger’s crossed we don’t have to postpone we did, unfortunately)! There’s still even a honeymoon to be had, so I might miss out on some of the Star Wars goodies in October, of which the comics have quite a few great issues ahead, so check them out below! Continue reading “Star Wars Comics October 2020 Solicitations”

Canon Comic Review: Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars – Battle Tales #2

Star Wars Adventures The Clone Wars Battle Tales #2

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The Battle Tales return! Fans of the Plo Koon, Commander Wolffe, and his Wolfpack (so you know Dave Filoni has read this issue a million times already) won’t be disappointed with The Clone Wars – Battle Tales #2, nor will most other fans! Continue reading “Canon Comic Review: Star Wars Adventures: The Clone Wars – Battle Tales #2”

Star Wars Comics September 2020 Solicitations

Star Wars Comics September 2020 Solicitations

Despite understandable civil unrest and a still out of control pandemic, all types of businesses and entertainment are trying to return to some sense of normalcy. September for Star Wars comics definitely looks to be heading in that direction too, catching up with most of the issues set to release prior to the COVID-19 pandemic and Diamond Comics halting shipping. All 4 of the current on-going series push forward with some of their bigger issues, as Luke looks to gain a…yellow lightsaber?; IDW’s relaunches their Star Wars Adventures line to tales set between The Last Jedi and The Rise of Skywalker; Vader visits Padmé’s tomb!!?; and Aphra tries to escape an evil ancient city…so a normal Wednesday for her. Head below to check out all the releases! Continue reading “Star Wars Comics September 2020 Solicitations”

From A Certain Point Of View: The Empire Strikes Back Announced for November 2020 (Updated)

From a Certain Point of View The Empire Strikes Back Announcement

From a Certain Point of View was such a fun and unique way to celebrate A New Hope’s 40th Anniversary, The Empire Strikes Back’s own 40th birthday wouldn’t feel the same without it, and thankfully Del Rey announced From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back, out November 10! Revealed June 11, over 30 of the book’s 40 authors took to Twitter (thanks to Sarah for compiling the authors) to confirm their involvement, while the final few, plus some teases on what they are writing, were revealed today, June 15. Head below to see the list and assorted musing below! UPDATE: Here’s our review! Continue reading “From A Certain Point Of View: The Empire Strikes Back Announced for November 2020 (Updated)”