I read my first Star Wars book back in 2003. I can’t remember what it was called, but it was about Boba Fett and I think it was the first book in a trilogy. I’d always thought the writing would be terrible in Star Wars books, but I was surprised by how well-written that book was. Through a book sale and a co-worker, I’ve picked up some more Star Wars novels and have been reading them.
Yoda: Dark Rendezvous by Sean Stewart
This is a solid book. It gives some insight into the training in the Jedi temple, and more importantly explores the relationship between Yoda and Count Dooku. It was tough to get too emotionally involved since I knew Yoda wasn’t going to die, but overall is was a good read.
Dark Lord: The Rise of Darth Vader by James Luceno
This one started off slowly, with characters I knew little about, but then it picked up. I like the exploration of Vader’s struggles with his new body, his weaknesses that he’s never before had, and how he’s ended up like this. Also, Kashyyyk is always cool and Chewbacca rules, so that’s a bonus.
Outbound Flight by Timothy Zahn
This was my least favorite of the three. I like the character of Thrawn, but a lot of the jedi story bored me. Zahn was the only Star Wars novelist I’d heard of before reading any Star Wars books, so I’d expected a lot more of his writing. I was suprised by winners like “I agree,” he agreed. Is that a joke? He said/she said is fine.