Get some information on what to expect from the book and also star wars aftermath. The trilogy, which began publication on september 4, 2015 with the novel aftermath, tells a canonical story of events that took place after star wars. New york times bestseller set between the events of return of the jedi and the force awakens, the neverbeforetold story that began with star wars. Chuck wendigs aftermath books act as a sort of inbetween trilogy, bridging a lot of the gap between the original star wars trilogy and the force awakens.
Aftermath is a star wars novel by chuck wendig, published on september 4, 2015 by del rey books. Set soon after the events of the 1983 film return of the jedi, aftermath is the first of a trilogy that explores the time period between that film and 2015s the force awakens. Sep 04, 2015 this is truly an amazing montage of events in star wars that focus on some new and original characters. The aftermath trilogy, and is part of the journey to star wars. The author consistently uses animals such as cats, dogs, moths, monkeys it pulls you out of the star wars universe. The author is not a star wars writer, he completely destroys what should be a reborn world and eu. This is a list of all known star wars audiobooks in chronological order.
Star wars turned you off from other books in this genre. Here are a few of my thoughts and opinions of the novel star wars. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream it right to your computer, smartphone or tablet. Ive been enjoying celebrity wars flicks ever since i was a kid, yet this publication honestly placed the nail in the casket for me. The main problem with this book is the consistent use of real world earth references. Usually the middle section of a trilogy, whether movie or story or book, shines the most. The audio version of the book has been narrated by marc thompson. Produced and broadcast in 1981 by national public radio as part of npr playhouse in.
It still has interludes, but they are better, and they are typically either germane to the principle story, or they are about something relevant that you care about. This chronological list of all known star wars audio books includes all novels, junior novelizations and graphic novels that have been recorded either as an abridged or unabridged audio book, or an audio drama. Star wars dark force rising part 2 audible audio edition. Aftermath continues in this thrilling novel, the second book of chuck wendigs new york times bestselling trilogy. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. Star wars aftermath trilogy 3 books collection set by chuck wendig. The frustrating part of this book is that there is a decent story hidden inside. But seeing that there is an aftermath sequel, it seems the interludes will come into play later.
Star wars is an american epic spaceopera media franchise, centered on a film series created by george lucas that includes star wars 1977, the empire strikes back 1980, and return of the jedi 1983. The aftermath trilogy is a trilogy of novels written by author chuck wendig. The tiein novels are still being published, but theyre not part of the official canon. The book is available in hardcover, print media, paperback, and audio version. I finally decided to start reading star wars books. The main problem with aftermath is the writing itself not the story and some of that can be removed by hearing it.
The emperor is dead, and the remnants of his former. The audiobook is actually voiced by ashley eckstein, who voices the. The novels ride the reignited star wars craze sparked by the release of star wars, episode vii in 2015. The characters in this tale are incredible, and from a novices perspective this book doesnt bewilder you with information galore.
Aftermath sees the beginnings of a new government in the wake of the empires. Aftermath continues in this thrilling novel, the second book of chuck wendig s bestselling trilogy. The great part of this novelization is that it has all the bits from the movie plus extends quite a few scenes and dialog as well as contain some that were probably cut from the movie. Star wars aftermath is based on the scientific fiction genre. Plus that they make it more like a radio play than an audio book. Buy a cheap copy of aftermath book by chuck wendig. One star for the turncoat imperial officer who helps the main characters and is actually a very interesting character and one star for me finishing this book and knowing i never have to read the probably equallyterrible sequels. Set between the events of return of the jedi and the force awakens, the neverbeforetold story that began with star wars. If its set on a forest world we just get there were some trees nearby or with a desolate planet nothing but oh, there was a lot of sand accompanied by a few. Empires end references, easter eggs, legends, and more. For the reception of the new book and how it works as a major new part of star wars. As the empire reels from its critical defeats at the battle of endor, the rebel alliancenow a fledgling new republicpresses its.
Apr 21, 2016 star wars dark force rising part 2 audible audio edition suzy dowden. Aftermath is a canon novel by chuck wendig and published by del rey, that is set between star wars. Star wars audiobook by chuck wendig, narrated by marc thompson. I only read this book because im a star wars fan and this novel is canon.
Aftermath, a prologue to a series that is a prequel to a sequel. Set after the events of the 1983 film return of the jedi, empires end is the third of a trilogy that explores the time period between that film and 2015s the force awakens. The voice work is awesome and special audio effects and how a soundtrack is also part of the story telling makes this audio experience truly enjoyable for star wars fans. Star wars dark force rising part 2 audible audio edition suzy dowden. Aftermath is a mixed bag reading it is not recommended go to audible and get the audio book. The novel is one of 20 projects in journey to star wars. Empires end is a star wars novel by chuck wendig, published on february 21, 2017 by del rey books. It turns out, theres more than just the empire for the good guys to worry about. Aftermath is the unabridged audio version of the canon novel of the same. Chuck wendigs aftermath novels were the first to begin covering the time. This is not the star wars book you are looking for. Aftermath is the unabridged audio version of the canon novel of the same name and the first volume in the star wars. Ask any star wars reader what book to start with, and nine times out of 10. Star wars is infamous, of course, for having films full of singlebiome worlds, but the book takes things a step further by practically defining scenes by just a scant few details.
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