This theme of moral righteousness seems to be setting up an epic conclusion come book three. Being book two of a trilogy, it’s quite satisfying to see some of the elements that were introduced in book one start to pay off. All of the events taking place never feel out of place or ill-deserved. Talon Karrde’s storyline also takes some turns that clearly show he’s not just a smuggler looking out for his own interests. Mara Jade makes choices that prove her moral center might just be stronger than her desire to avenge her former master, Emperor Palpatine. Leia Organa Solo builds on her relationship with the Noghri people, and in combination with the Force and her allies uses this to create real change for a nation of people who have been enslaved by the Empire for decades.
Also, it’s great fun trying to decipher how all the elements will come together eventually, although another of Zahn’s strengths lies in his ability to shock and delight by the book’s conclusion.ĭark Force Rising carries a strong theme of righteousness throughout. Just when Zahn leaves you wanting more with one storyline, he moves on to another.
What’s enjoyable about this storytelling approach is that plot elements can be teased out from chapter to chapter and events never get boring. Similar in structure to the trilogy’s first installment, Dark Force Rising has our heroes, villains and those somewhere in between off on their own storylines.
Absolutely no time is wasted in terms of plot, with Dark Force Rising picking up immediately after the events of the first book. Originally published in 1992, Dark Force Rising came on the heels of the massively popular universe expanding Heir to the Empire-offering Star Wars fans the delight of seeing how the New Republic and Empire have fared after the events of Return of the Jedi. This Dad Reads and Tatooine Times have partnered up once again to present my review (also available over at my blog) of the second installment of Timothy Zahn’s Dark Force Rising The Essential Legends Collection paperback edition which was released Septemby Del Rey.
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