Qi’ra has been left behind on Corellia and she’s seeing red! Or, well, she’s seeing Crimson. Read Chris’s review of Qi’ra’s rise to power in Crimson Climb!
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Tag: E. K. Johnston
Canon Novel Review: Crimson Climb
In E.K. Johnston’s Crimson Climb, readers are taken back to Qi’ra’s early days in the criminal syndicate Crimson Dawn, showing her journey of scrumrat to trusted lieutenant of the dreadful Dryden Vos. While secondary characters get the short stick and the story takes some time to pick up, Crimson Climb is buoyed by an excellent characterization of Qi’ra, intriguing glimpses into the criminal underworld, and an ending which will leave fans asking for more. Continue reading “Canon Novel Review: Crimson Climb”
Novel News: Qi’ra Stars in Crimson Climb, Out October 10
Qi’ra entered legendary status thanks to Emilia Clarke’s performance of the character in Solo: A Star Wars Story and fans have been clamoring for more of her and her story ever since. In 2020, she shocked fans by returning in a big comics crossover and continues to dominate the storyline as she attempts to take on the Sith ruling the galaxy, in full control of Crimson Dawn. While an excellent book has already glimpsed her life prior to the start of the film, E.K. Johnston will be looking into the period after Han Solo left Corellia, and Qi’ra’, behind in the upcoming novel Crimson Climb! More details are incoming, but for now The blurb is here, so check it outt, plus the full cover and some additional thoughts, below. Continue reading “Novel News: Qi’ra Stars in Crimson Climb, Out October 10”
Canon Novel Review by Chris: Queen’s Hope
– Spoiler Free Review –
Padmé Amidala and Anakin Skywalker are married! How does a former Queen turned Senator deal with such intense life changes – especially when they come at the onset of a brand new war? Read my review of Queen’s Hope!
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Canon Novel Review: Queen’s Hope
– Slight Spoiler Review –
What started as a Padmé-focused endeavor grew larger in its second outing, the “Queen Trilogy” ends with a smaller scope in Queen’s Hope, and while it reined in some issues from the second outing and feels more like the first, this trilogy ends with what feels like half of a good novel. Continue reading “Canon Novel Review: Queen’s Hope”
Book News: Queen’s Hope Cover, Latest Essential Legends Additions Announced
The final entry in E.K. Johnston’s Padme Amidala Trilogy, Queen’s Hope, received its cover and a very short excerpt, while Del Rey announced the latest additions to their Essential Legends Collection: Dark Force Rising, The Last Command, Darth Bane: Rule of Two, and Rogue Squadron, which will receive a new, unabridged audiobook. Check out the spiffy new covers below! Continue reading “Book News: Queen’s Hope Cover, Latest Essential Legends Additions Announced”
Novel News: Queen’s Hope Wraps Up E.K. Johnston’s Padmé Trilogy, Secrets of the Sith Announced
More Padmé Amindala focused content is never a bad thing, as she certainly deserves more time in the spotlight, so it’s great to see E.K. Johnston will return to round out her trilogy about Padmé and her handmaidens with November’s Queen’s Hope! Focusing on the Senator’s time during the Clone Wars, it’ll dive into a part of her life we’ve only gotten pieces off, while The Secrets of the Sith children’s book so peel back some layers on abilities some consider to be unnatural this August. Read below for some thoughts on the Padmé Trilogy and a few extra details on each! Continue reading “Novel News: Queen’s Hope Wraps Up E.K. Johnston’s Padmé Trilogy, Secrets of the Sith Announced”
From A Certain Point Of View: The Empire Strikes Back Character Cards Revealed
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”
From A Certain Point Of View: The Empire Strikes Back Announced for November 2020 (Updated)
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)”
Canon Novel Review by Chris: Queen’s Peril
Padmé Amidala has a long road ahead of her to prove herself worthy as Queen of Naboo, but with the help of handmaidens, willing to sacrifice their life for her, the planet just might be in the best hands. Join us and read our second review of E. K. Johnston’s prequel novel Queen’s Peril. Continue reading “Canon Novel Review by Chris: Queen’s Peril”
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