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jackiepreston's review
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: War, Xenophobia, Violence, Death, and Murder
looking4thedr's review
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
This book definitely entertained me, though I admit not as much as the previous two. Something that bothered me about the story was the description of when characters were completing actions or even changing facial expressions. I don't think I want to know how many millimetres someone's eyebrows rose or how many seconds it was silent, but that's my personal preference. In addition to this, I strongly disliked the character of Assistant Director Ronan, which was probably the idea, but his constant whining put me off the story for a little while.
However, it is always enjoyable to read about Thrawn's deductive skill and military mind as he fights his enemy, and his interactions with other characters, old and new. I also appreciate the references to the Star Wars: Rebels TV show so that we know at what point in time this story is taking place.
Despite the positive things I have to say about this book, it left me wanting more of something. There was definitely something missing, perhaps more of Thrawn's perspective (and less of Ronan's). I can't quite put my finger on it.
Overall, entertaining with exciting moments, but not particularly noteworthy.
However, it is always enjoyable to read about Thrawn's deductive skill and military mind as he fights his enemy, and his interactions with other characters, old and new. I also appreciate the references to the Star Wars: Rebels TV show so that we know at what point in time this story is taking place.
Despite the positive things I have to say about this book, it left me wanting more of something. There was definitely something missing, perhaps more of Thrawn's perspective (and less of Ronan's). I can't quite put my finger on it.
Overall, entertaining with exciting moments, but not particularly noteworthy.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Blood, Death, and Gore
Minor: Gun violence and Kidnapping
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