Set in between 'The Last Jedi' and 'The Rise Of Skywalker', 'Resistance Reborn' by Rebecca Roanhorse is a really enjoyable read that bridges the two movies well, as well as including quite a few recognisable faces from across the Star Wars canon.
After the decimation of the resistance on Crait in 'The Last Jedi' , Leia Organa orders Poe Dameron to recruit more allies for the cause. Poe is the main focus of the book and we follow him as he attempts to complete his mission. But he still doubts himself after his previous disastrous decisions, but by the end of his mission and journey, he realises that he has friends and colleagues that do believe in him and are willing to fight for him and the resistance. Fulfilling a redemption of sorts, just in time for the new movie.
Finn, although still coming across as excitable and naive, does do a bit more here than just shout "Rey!" like he does most of the time in the movies, as he helps Poe with his mission. The two do seem to be the best of pals. None of the 'Stormpilot' shipping teasing came across to me, but YMMV.
Rey doesn't appear very much in the story, but she seems to having a crisis of confidence, coming across as shy and introverted at times. But under Leia's guiding wing, tries to coax her into the stronger and more confident young woman we see in 'The Rise Of Skywalker', and there are a few heartwarming conversations between them that fans will enjoy.
'Resistance Reborn' also ties in with most of the current 'Star Wars' canon featuring quite a few guest appearances from other media as well, like the books, video games and comics. So if you've been fairly invested in the new expanded universe of 'Star Wars' content, you might get a kick out of seeing some of the names dropped and picking out the various Easter Eggs.
After the decimation of the resistance on Crait in 'The Last Jedi' , Leia Organa orders Poe Dameron to recruit more allies for the cause. Poe is the main focus of the book and we follow him as he attempts to complete his mission. But he still doubts himself after his previous disastrous decisions, but by the end of his mission and journey, he realises that he has friends and colleagues that do believe in him and are willing to fight for him and the resistance. Fulfilling a redemption of sorts, just in time for the new movie.
Finn, although still coming across as excitable and naive, does do a bit more here than just shout "Rey!" like he does most of the time in the movies, as he helps Poe with his mission. The two do seem to be the best of pals. None of the 'Stormpilot' shipping teasing came across to me, but YMMV.
Rey doesn't appear very much in the story, but she seems to having a crisis of confidence, coming across as shy and introverted at times. But under Leia's guiding wing, tries to coax her into the stronger and more confident young woman we see in 'The Rise Of Skywalker', and there are a few heartwarming conversations between them that fans will enjoy.
'Resistance Reborn' also ties in with most of the current 'Star Wars' canon featuring quite a few guest appearances from other media as well, like the books, video games and comics. So if you've been fairly invested in the new expanded universe of 'Star Wars' content, you might get a kick out of seeing some of the names dropped and picking out the various Easter Eggs.
Overall, it's a fast paced read that can be read as a standalone but also does a good job of bridging the films, and setting the stage for the new one. There's also plenty for 'Star Wars' fans to enjoy, which didn't feel too heavy handed with the fan service. A solid entry in the 'Star Wars' literary universe.
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