X-wing #5 - Wraith Squadron - Aaron Allston
Rating: 4.5 out of 5The Story:When Rogue Squadron arrives back on Coruscant after their last misson, Wedge decides to form a new squadron. A squadron that will not only serve as pilots, but as commandos as well. The New Republic officials agree to give this squadron a chance, so Wedge and his fellow Hoth veteran Wes Janson gather some wash-out pilots with not-so-perfect records to give them another chance.So the new squadron, now named the Wraiths, set out to catch Warlord Zsinj. They end up taking control of an Imperial corvette, and impersonating its crew. But how long can they keep this a secret?
Review:Man, this was a great book! It's not quite as serious in tone as Stackpole's first 4 books. Action-packed, full of adventure, a touch of romance, and great humor; what more you ask for? It has a great set of characters: an actor, a doctor, a demolitionist mechanic, a slicer, a Basic-speaking Gamorrean, and a Thakwaash (whatever that is!), among others. I really got attached to these characters; even more so than I did the Rogues. A really great, funny read. I highly recommend it! |