Shadow Fall (Star Wars)

An Alphabet Squadron Novel

De: Alexander Freed

Narrado por: Carol Monda

Alphabet Squadron’s hunt for the deadliest TIE fighters in the galaxy continues in this Star Wars adventure!

News of the New Republic’s victory still reverberates through the galaxy. In its wake, the capital ships of the newly legitimized galactic government journey to the farthest stars, seeking out and crushing the remnants of imperial tyranny. But some old ghosts are harder to banish than others. And none are more dangerous than Shadow Wing.

Yrica Quell’s ragtag Alphabet Squadron still leads the search for Shadow Wing, but they’re no closer to their goal—and the pressure to find their quarry before it’s too late has begun to shake them apart. Determined to finish the fight once and for all, Quell works with New Republic Intelligence’s contentious Caern Adan and the legendary General Hera Syndulla to prepare the riskiest gambit of her starfighting career—a trap for Shadow Wing that could finish the chase once and for all.

But in the darkness, their enemy has evolved. Soran Keize, last of the Imperial aces, has stepped into the power vacuum at the head of Shadow Wing, reinvigorating the faltering unit in their hour of need. Once adrift in the aftershocks of the war, Keize has found meaning again, leading the lost soldiers of his unit through to safety. The only thing standing in his way? The most mismatched squadron in the New Republic Navy, led by his former mentee: the traitor Yrica Quell.

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Praise for Star Wars: Alphabet Squadron

“Alphabet Squadron is a thrilling examination of the cost of war. . . . a combat novel that brings nuance and depth to the Galactic Civil War.”—The Verge

“The dysfunctional, damaged aces of this new Starfighter Squadron are some of the most compelling new additions to the Star Wars canon in recent years.”—io9

“Every fan who wants a taste of what the future of Star Wars has in store for us should read this novel.”—Star Wars News Net

“Every pilot has a story in the galaxy far, far away, and the pilots of Alphabet Squadron have fascinating ones.”—Syfy Wire

Screeching sounds

This was such a large step back in production value from the first book. The screeching sounds of the pilots to the lackluster atmosphere to give you depth in the story. The narrator read the words well but they fell flat on my ears, I found my self forgetting it was playing. I would not recommend this book on audio, you will get the same value by reading it your self.

Lack of impact

I’d say that the writing style is a little bit bland. The shocks and twists that should leave me, gasping and expectant of the next chapter fall flat. And the twist at the end was predictable from midway through the book.

I’m not sure if it’s something to do with the writing style or if it’s something to do with a content of the story, but the characters seem overly cautious and complex. Real characters wouldn’t be as meticulously overplanning every little thing. Wyl Lark is probably the most realistic character, although he’s written to be the most naïve. Every other character is a schemer strategist or has perfect luck.

leaves you wanting more

this new series shows despite the new republics efforts the psst keeps returning. can't wait to see how it finishes.

really digging this series so far

title says it all. I've killed the 1st 2 books in just about 2 weeks. loving the characters.

excellent story

storyline was intriguing and captivating, the narrator was not a good fit at all to represent the varying characters.