Rating: 4/5
Now this is a good Star Wars book. Darth Vader continues his search for Luke Skywalker, Dr. Aphra pulls off a heist, and they both must evade an Imperial investigator that is closing in on them. It showcases the calculating side of Darth Vader to great effect. I'd heard a lot of good things about Dr. Aphra, but I wasn't convinced until I read this volume. She is more than capable of matching Darth Vader without feeling contrived.
The supporting characters introduced in volume one that I wasn't fond of, specifically the murder droids and the potential replacements for Vader, are used really well here. The droids are a lot more fun to read and felt less like one note characters. Vader's rivals serve more of a purpose without cluttering up the story. They were more believable because they had something to do aside from vying for the Emperor's attention.
And the art is great. The characters are portrayed well and the different locations look wonderful. This book pulls together a lot of elements to make a great story. I want more.
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