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Solo: A Star Wars Story
- Expanded Edition
- By: Mur Lafferty
- Narrated by: Marc Thompson
- Length: 9 hrs and 32 mins
- Unabridged
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Though Han Solo has thrilled Star Wars fans for decades, the notorious wisecracking scoundrel was chasing adventure and dodging trouble long before he walked into the cantina at Mos Eisley spaceport. Young Han dreams of someday soaring into space at the helm of his own starship and leaving his home, the gritty industrial planet Corellia, far behind. But as long as he’s trapped in a life of poverty and crime - and under the thumb of the sinister Lady Proxima and her brutal street gang - reaching the distant stars seems impossible.
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wonderful
- By Ben Gordon on 19-03-2019
- Solo: A Star Wars Story
- Expanded Edition
- By: Mur Lafferty
- Narrated by: Marc Thompson
Unexpectedly Thrilled
Reviewed: 02-02-2021
Oh, wow, this was good.
I wanted to read this book to get all the 'expanded' information, having seen the film. I enjoyed the book. Most Wanted was decidedly Qi'ra's story and this is Han's. This is so much better than the film and would highly recommend it if you enjoyed the film. And the ending ... I can't say much, but wow it was perfect, especially if you read chronologically like me.
However, there were some contradictions with Most Wanted (the novel that proceeds this story).
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Light of the Jedi
- By: Charles Soule
- Narrated by: Marc Thompson
- Length: 13 hrs and 35 mins
- Unabridged
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It is a golden age. Intrepid hyperspace scouts expand the reach of the Republic to the furthest stars, worlds flourish under the benevolent leadership of the Senate and peace reigns, enforced by the wisdom and strength of the renowned order of Force users known as the Jedi. With the Jedi at the height of their power, the free citizens of the galaxy are confident in their ability to weather any storm. But the even brightest light can cast a shadow, and some storms defy any preparation.
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An attempt
- By Joshua on 08-01-2021
- Light of the Jedi
- By: Charles Soule
- Narrated by: Marc Thompson
I'm blown away...
Reviewed: 14-01-2021
I read the first chapter when it was released early in June/July 2020. My first thoughts were, this is very Star Trek-like, that adventure and going to the “final frontier.” I enjoyed it as it was quite visually written. For chapter 1, it was a significant lead in a book and found myself hungry for more.
Wow, there was so much to take in. The characters development was great, and I loved learning more about the High Republic era of the Jedi Order and the Republic. The Nihil are a truly terrifying group of villains.
My one negative comment, and it doesn’t affect the rating. Designed or evolved, you can’t have both.
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Lords of the Sith: Star Wars
- By: Paul S. Kemp
- Narrated by: Jonathan Davis
- Length: 10 hrs and 56 mins
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A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away.... When the Emperor and his notorious apprentice, Darth Vader, find themselves stranded in the middle of insurgent action on an inhospitable planet, they must rely on each other, the Force, and their own ruthlessness to prevail.
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Misleading
- By Anonymous User on 03-01-2020
- Lords of the Sith: Star Wars
- By: Paul S. Kemp
- Narrated by: Jonathan Davis
Finally, some recognition of time zones in SciFi
Reviewed: 21-12-2020
What an interesting perspective. Seeing the Sith point of view is one aspect of the grand narrative that I have wanted for a long time, and now that I can read this book, I had some high expectations.
I very much enjoyed the character development of the Twi'lek peoples and their connection to Rebels. I loved seeing the dynamic between Vader and Palpatine.
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Star Wars: Ahsoka
- By: E. K. Johnston
- Narrated by: Ashley Eckstein
- Length: 7 hrs and 4 mins
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Fans have long wondered what happened to Ahsoka after she left the Jedi Order near the end of the Clone Wars and before she reappeared as the mysterious Rebel operative Fulcrum in Rebels. Finally her story will begin to be told. Following her experiences with the Jedi and the devastation of Order 66, Ahsoka is unsure she can be part of a larger whole ever again. But her desire to fight the evils of the Empire and protect those who need it will lead her right to Bail Organa - and the Rebel Alliance.
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More Ahsoka
- By Ray on 10-05-2019
- Star Wars: Ahsoka
- By: E. K. Johnston
- Narrated by: Ashley Eckstein
We NEED a second book now!!!
Reviewed: 14-12-2020
As a HUGE Ahsoka fan, I loved this book and flew through it. Mainly written in Ahsoka's point of view it would be a great book for those who haven't seen the Clone Wars series. There are also little portions from other characters around the main storyline, which was great.
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Dark Disciple: Star Wars
- By: Christie Golden, Katie Lucas - foreword
- Narrated by: Marc Thompson
- Length: 11 hrs and 11 mins
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In the war for control of the galaxy between the armies of the dark side and the Republic, former Jedi Master turned ruthless Sith Lord Count Dooku has grown ever more brutal in his tactics. Despite the powers of the Jedi and the military prowess of their clone army, the sheer number of fatalities is taking a terrible toll. And when Dooku orders the massacre of a flotilla of helpless refugees, the Jedi Council feels it has no choice but to take drastic action: targeting the man responsible for so many war atrocities, Count Dooku himself.
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Fairly underwhelming
- By Anonymous User on 24-04-2019
- Dark Disciple: Star Wars
- By: Christie Golden, Katie Lucas - foreword
- Narrated by: Marc Thompson
Amazing!
Reviewed: 13-12-2020
Wow, what can I say but THANK YOU CHRISTIE!
I very much enjoyed the small prologue that felt like I was reading the text crawl. I always wanted to know more of Ventress' story and this is the perfect continuation of it. Using little nuggets of moments from The Clone Wars series was really great however even if you haven't watched the series the book is a good book with a great story. With a load of suspense and back and forth with Light Side/Dark Side, I was enthralled with Voss and Ventress' story. I have always been a Ventress fan and this book was amazing. I have so much more I could say but I don't want to spoil the book.
Now, go and buy this book...
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Tools of Titans
- The Tactics, Routines, and Habits of Billionaires, Icons, and World-Class Performers
- By: Tim Ferriss
- Narrated by: Ray Porter, Kaleo Griffith, Tim Ferriss, and others
- Length: 22 hrs and 41 mins
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The latest groundbreaking tome from Tim Ferriss, the number-one New York Times best-selling author of The 4-Hour Workweek. For the last two years, I've interviewed more than 200 world-class performers for my podcast, The Tim Ferriss Show. The guests range from super celebs (Jamie Foxx, Arnold Schwarzenegger, etc.) and athletes (icons of powerlifting, gymnastics, surfing, etc.) to legendary Special Operations commanders and black-market biochemists. For most of my guests, it’s the first time they’ve agreed to a two-to-three-hour interview.
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Not supposed to be an audiobook
- By Kunal Kumar on 07-07-2020
- Tools of Titans
- The Tactics, Routines, and Habits of Billionaires, Icons, and World-Class Performers
- By: Tim Ferriss
- Narrated by: Ray Porter, Kaleo Griffith, Tim Ferriss, Therese Plummer, Ryan Holiday, Kevin Rose, Jocko Willink, Tim Kreider, Mike Del Ponte
Meh
Reviewed: 04-12-2020
Well, the only reason I chose to read this is that I got the book for free on Audible. I'm not someone who understands these types of books. However, it had proved attractive.
Never before have a read a disclaimer in a book. The book seemed to give a candid view of what gives meaning and motivation in peoples lives. Some it's their passions, some its health. Again, it's real, raw, and I found it fascinating.
There is one significant criticism of this book, and that is that there is nearly enough female representation. It's not a book I would choose to buy or read again.
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Star Wars: Thrawn Ascendancy
- Chaos Rising, Book 1
- By: Timothy Zahn
- Narrated by: Marc Thompson
- Length: 15 hrs and 5 mins
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The first book in a new trilogy set before Thrawn traveled to the Empire and became a grand admiral. Journey to the Unknown Regions and learn more about Thrawn’s origins and his home: the Chiss Ascendency.
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Excellent
- By Anonymous User on 20-09-2020
- Star Wars: Thrawn Ascendancy
- Chaos Rising, Book 1
- By: Timothy Zahn
- Narrated by: Marc Thompson
Enjoyable
Reviewed: 04-12-2020
I haven't read any of the other Thrawn books, so this was the best introduction of the character for me. It was great to learn of life in The Chaos/ Unknown Regions. The different political factions are written well, as is the conflict between them. As I am currently studying art history, I loved the inclusion of art analysis into character development and plot.
As my first introduction of Thrawn was in Rebels, I found this characterisation of him to be very different. In fact, in this book, he seems completely different, being kind, fatherly instead of ruthless. Yet again he was still very much a maverick. Overall, I really enjoyed it. I felt like I learnt a lot more about the galaxy far far away.