A review by thecasualbooknerd
Star Wars: Before the Awakening by Greg Rucka

adventurous medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

A captivating story, I would have liked to see more of Fin’s story and Rey’s could have been compressed a bit, though I appreciated knowing the backstory on her piloting and mechanic skills. Poe’s was a bit heavy on the play-by-play space fights but overall was good, you can really see where he gets his Last Jedi headstrongness from. 

All in all, a great precursor to the movie, would recommend. Besides, it’s a light and easy read. 

I’m off to re-watch the movie now! *salutes in Resistance*