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Liked It “Reading Star Wars fiction is a guilty pleasure for me, so consider this a guilty five star! Aside from the original trilogy novelizations, I loved A Splinter of the Mind's Eye, and the old Brian Daley Han Solo trilogy. I recall reading the Thrawn Trilogy in the 1990's, which was what happened...” see full review » see other reviews » |
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“Reading Star Wars fiction is a guilty pleasure for me, so consider this a guilty five star! Aside from the original trilogy novelizations, I loved A Splinter of the Mind's Eye, and the old Brian Daley Han Solo trilogy. I recall reading the Thrawn Trilogy in the 1990's, which was what happened after Return of the Jedi, and being captured by what was then an unspoiled dream of what the franchise could become. Since then, I haven't read much at all in the genre, and like most of us, endured a less than thrilling prequel trilogy of movies. However, with the acquisition of the franchise by Disney (yeah, we'll save that issue for another day), I am nevertheless excited by new Star Wars, and continuations of the original story, no less! Specifically, I have heard juicy rumor of Han Solo specific movie(s) that are inspired by Ann Crispin's prequel trilogy of the coming of age of everyone's favorite smuggler. So I freakin' picked up the first book and frankly, enjoyed the hell out of it. It was like old times! While the older, stodgier, and well read me wanted to pull back on the rating because there was a fairly simple story, (well grounded and fleshed out in the SW universe), it was not the deepest and soul changing of reads. However, my younger, idealistic and unrepentant Star Wars loving self beat the crap out of my jaded old self and left him unconscious while I relived that childhood fascination and joy through this book. I can't wait till the Millennium Falcon shows up! On to book two...”
Wayne M wrote this review Sunday, March 17, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“If you want to read a Star Wars spin-off but don't know where to start or just feel like dipping a toe in the water, read this series! Everyone loves Han Solo and his roguish ways. This trilogy has back story, action, romance, bromance, and leads up perfectly to where Han and Luke meet in the Cantina in Episode IV: A New Hope.”
Johanna K wrote this review Tuesday, January 1, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Crispin does a great job of introducing us to a young Han Solo. This is one of the best series in the entire Expanded Universe and a must read for fans of this character. Crispin captures his essence perfectly.”
Daniel G. wrote this review Wednesday, February 27, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“I had listened to the audio book version of this series before and it left me with this fond memory of great narration and awesome sound effects. I listened to it again today and it was just as fantastic as I remember. The narration is so dramatic and all the voices the guy can do are incredible. There are Wookie noises and blaster sounds and John Williams' marvelous soundtrack playing throughout. Just the perfect example of what an audiobook should be. The story is great also. Who doesn't want to know more about the "scruffy-looking nerfherder"? Do yourself a favor and track down the audiobook; you wont be disappointed. ”
Ariella Jem wrote this review Friday, May 20, 2011. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“this book is about the unknown story of Han Solo's life in star wars. This book involves him excaping the ship he grew up on and going to a far off planet to get a job. While on the planet, he finds someone he falls in love with. Han solo soon finds out that this planet is one gigantic scam that uses people to mine for expensive spices. Can Han excape this world alive? Read this book to find out”
colby P wrote this review Monday, May 9, 2011. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“I liked the backstory on Han; it was interesting to discover things about his early years. ”
fyrefly322 wrote this review Sunday, March 20, 2011. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Excellent.”
Cygnus wrote this review Monday, January 3, 2011. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“This series was really cool! I didn't know a ton about star wars, but just after reading this trilogy I feel like an expert! The writing is fantastic and it will keep you awake and on your toes! So if you want to feel like a Star Wars geek and be able to run with the Big Dogs, but not spend years of your life devoted to it, just read these. Then watch that episode IV again and catch some cool things about Han Solo you learned from the book.”
Levi M wrote this review Saturday, December 18, 2010. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“I really love Star Wars books, but I haven't been able to read the rest of the series yet.”
07 Bradley R wrote this review Friday, October 8, 2010. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Some Star Wars books lack in the entertainment and creativity areas and weak portrayal of characters which were so richly illustrated in the Original Star Wars trilogy can also be disappointing but the Han Solo Trilogy is tops. Ive read it multiple times and it continues to entertain me. ”
Rach wrote this review Thursday, July 16, 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
