The empire has been toppled by the triumphant rebel alliance, and the new republic is ascendant. This book takes places after return of the jedi and the truce at bakura. The book is set on a ship traveling to canto bight, and crew members swap stories of their experiences or encounters with luke. For general questions about the articles topic, please visit the knowledge bank. Luke skywalker, princess leia, han solo, chewbacca, c3p0, r2d2, lando calrissian, and the pilots of rogue squadron rush to mindor to do battle with lord shadowspawns black stormtroopers, but its all a trick. Matthew stover gets this and, with luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor, he not only creates a story that lightheartedly pokes fun at the movies and what the expanded universe has become, but wholly celebrates the true spirit of the star wars that we all grew up watching. It was originally scheduled to be released in hardcover in february 2008 by del rey, but was later moved to october 21 before being eventually released on december 30. Feb 23, 2010 about luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor. Instead of a gritty, dark war story similar to shatterpoint, we get a tale that is a lot of fun. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor discussion self.
Striking from a strategically advantageous base on the planet mindor, they are waging a campaign of plunder and destruction, demolishing order and security across the galaxyand breeding fears of an imperial resurgence. Del rey star wars novel luke skywalker and the shadows of. An exciting new star wars novel featuring the classic heroes luke, leia, han, and chewbacca in the midst of an epic battle the battle of mindor, where the forces of the new republic, led by luke skywalker, take on the black stormtroopers, led by lord shadowspawn, selfstyled new emperor of. To have luke skywalker, paragon of all that is good in stovers novel, there are even holothrillers about the heros adventures luke skywalker and the jedis revenge being one that particularly upsets luke, sink so deep into depression and doubt is a brave. Recorded books luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor. The empire has been toppled by the triumphant rebel alliance, and the new re. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor ebook, 2010.
There are so many ties wasted by cronals forces in this book that it is unsettling. We all like the idea of saving a bit of cash, so when we found out how many good quality used products are out there we just had to let you know. The battle of mindors first actual appearance was in matthew stovers novel luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor, which was released in december 2008. Matthew stover stated on his blog that luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor is my attempt to get the eu back to its prezahn roots specifically, to evoke memories of my alltime favorite star wars books, brian daleys han solo novels. From mindor to endor, back to yavinback to the corpses that had lain, still smoking, in the ruined. He is perhaps best known for his star wars novels traitor, shatterpoint, revenge of the sith and luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor star wars 9780345477446 by stover, matthew and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Everything you need to know about luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor including where it falls in the star wars timeline, publishing information. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor. The novel adapts and expounds upon the brief account of the event given in wallace and andersons two essential chronology editions. May 19, 2015 a brief look at luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor, now part of the legends series of star wars novels, by matthew stover. Matt stovers latest entry into the star wars universe is at times over the top, but thats the point. Star wars luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor free. Everyday low prices on a huge range of new releases and classic fiction.
Next stop on our chronological postendor group read journey through the expanded universe novels. Set after the events of return of the jedi and a couple of other books in the continuing series, luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor tells the story of lukes first and only mission as a general of the new republic. Star wars luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor by. This space is used for discussion relating to changes to the article, not for a discussion about the topic in question. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor wookieepedia. At long last, a star wars novel that remembers the star wars universe is supposed to be fun. Despite the death of the emperor, however, threats to the new republic still remain. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor star wars star. But their imminent attack on mindor will be playing directly into the hands of their cunning new adversary. There are some small inconsistencies with the rest of the eue. Stover dedication the author respectfully dedicates this novel to the legendary alan dean foster, and to the memory of the late, great brian daley, for showing us what it looks like when this stuff is done right. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor too seriously. Matthew woodring stover when luke skywalker and his companions are lured to mindor and into battle with the black stormtroopers, they are unaware that the confrontation is part of a plot by lord shadowspawn to destroy the. What luke skywalker, princess leia, han, solo, chewbacca, c3p0, r2d2, lando calrissian, and the pilots of rogue squadron dont realize is that the battle of mindor is a trap devised just for them a diabolical attempt by lord shadowspawn to do away with the heroes of the new republic so that he can crush the upstarts and restore the empire.
Luke skywalker, princess leia, han solo, lando calrissian, and their faithful comrades have had little time to savor victory before being called on to defend the newly liberated galaxy. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor discussion. Just because luke s name is in the title like its all about him and theres no sign of any other characters doesnt mean there isnt any good han and leia in here. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor is the best luke book ever written. Del rey books star wars novels star wars universe luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor ex.
Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor star wars star wars legends 9780345477453. Jun 28, 2011 luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor hardcover star wars. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor is a star wars legends novel by matt stover. It clocks in at a decent 309 pages in the hardcover edition, and i have to say that the title is pure genius. Beginning with its structure, with a frame story and an inner narrative, evidence abounds that the bulk of luke skywalker and the. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor recorded books. Hes sent out to investigate the planet of mindor where a group of. Anyways, this is about matthew stovers latest entry into the star wars canon.
Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor was a disappointing read when compared to stovers two previous original stories traitor and shatterpoint, as it lacks the passion, power and edge that is stovers storytelling signature. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor takes place just after the fall of the empire and the creation of the new republic. Poor plot, strange, rather goofy premise yes, i am well aware this about a star wars book, character development was severely limired, and the writing does not flow well. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor is a standalone novel that chronicles the battle of mindor, a fictional event in the star wars expanded universe. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by. Instead what we have here is a somewhat stale, purposeless and rather bland. This is a place to discuss any and all things about the books. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor by matthew.
Dec 14, 2017 luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor. Set after the events of return of the jedi and a couple of other books in the continuing series, luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor tells the story of luke s first and only mission as a general of the new republic. Legends of luke skywalker explores the myths surrounding luke. A brief look at luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor, now part of the legends series of star wars novels, by matthew stover. Indeed, all of the epic battles and cosmic events going on around him are in a sense only the backdrop before which luke s inner struggles are played out. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor is a standalone novel by matthew stover. Net books luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor legends of star wars. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor wookieepedia fandom.
Star wars luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor by matthew. Shadows of mindor i really dont recommend this book at all. But the struggle against the dark side and the sith order is not over. Star wars legends by matthew stover available from rakuten kobo. The battle of mindor s first actual appearance was in matthew stovers novel luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor, which was released in december 2008. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor matthew stover p. Buy a cheap copy of luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor. In his minds eye floated everyone whod died because of him.
Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor matthew stover. Another reign of darkness beneath the bootheel of sith despotism is something general luke skywalker cannot, and will not. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read star wars. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor ebook written by matthew stover. Star wars luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor stover. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor is a standalone novel by matthew stover that chronicles the battle of mindor. From the adventures of luke skywalker, the official novelization of a new hope, was published in 1976, six months before the release of. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor posted by paul on february 21, 2007 fans have known for a while that a new star wars novel was due for release in february 2008but until today, there wasnt a whisper of a hint what it was going to be about.
Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor quotes by matthew. Luke skywalker is portrayed as a more mature jedi than before. Luke s quest to become a jedi knight is the main engine driving the plot of star wars episodes ivvi. Its been six months since return of the jedi, and the rebel alliance has become the new republic while the empire is in the early stages of splitting into rival factions. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor goodreads. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor by matthew stover. As the prologue indicates, this is really a story within a story. Imperial ties dont have repulsorlifts in this, although elsewhere they do. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor is a star wars legends novel by matt stover its been six months since return of the jedi, and the rebel alliance has become the new republic while the empire is in the early stages of splitting into rival factions. Star wars books about luke skywalker youtini reading guide. Please share your progress and opinions on this thread.
Starwarseu submitted 1 year ago by zedraco finished reading this recently and, for the most part, i absolutely loved it though i can also see why it is a divisive book. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor literature tv. When these star wars warriors discover the machiavellian ruse, they must recoup quickly or suffer annihilation. Compre o livro luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor.
Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor star wars 9780345477446 by stover, matthew and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at. The novel was written by matthew stover and released in december 2008. Its been six months since return of the jedi, and the rebel alliance. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor by matthew w. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor star wars legends. How the jedi formerly lived and returned matt stovers excellent star wars legends novel shows how and why luke succeeded where the last generation of. If youre new to books, and want to learn more about where to start. When did star wars start borrowing the treknobabble of subspace this and that. We get to see all of our original heroes minus yoda and obiwan such as luke, han, leia, wedge, lando, chewbacca, r2d2 and c3po. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor is a fastpaced, wellwritten, wellrounded star wars novel that appeals to fans of the ot and matthew stover i still found myself loving the book as a fan of the pt.
Star wars luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor by matthew stover in djvu, fb3, txt download e book. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor by stover, matthew from amazons fiction books store. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor complete book details. Matthew stovers luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor. But its what transforms mindor from a fun book into a great book. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor star wars books. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor tv tropes. View entire discussion comments more posts from the starwarsbooks community. Matthew stover is the new york times bestselling author of the star wars novels revenge of the sith, shatterpoint, and the new jedi order. Matthew woodring stover is an american fantasy and science fiction author. Another reign of darkness beneath the bootheel of sith despotism is something general luke skywalker cannot, and will not, risk. Powerful remnants of the vanquished empire, hungry for retaliation, are still at large, committing acts of piracy, terrorism, and wholesale slaughter against. Please remember to stay civil and sign all of your comments with four tildes. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor star wars star wars.
Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor emperor palpatine and darth vader are dead. This is the talk page for the article luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor. What is immediately striking about luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor is how different it is from stovers previous star wars novels. Striking from a strategically advantageous base on the planet mindor, they are waging a campaign of plunder and destruction, demolishing order and security across the galaxy and breeding fears of an imperial resurgence. In october 2005, the revised the new essential chronology depicted a painting of luke skywalker challenging lord shadowspawns shadow stormtroopers on mindor. Dec 04, 2011 luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor. Luke skywalker and the shadows of mindor by matthew woodring.
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