As I continue to read this comic, I realize that looking back the Zahn novel actually wasn't as perfect as it had seemed. Although a very good story, parts of it got bogged down in a level of detail that slowed down the story momentum. This series has dispatched with those limitations and is delivering the definitive version in streamlined form. It will, I think, come across very well in trade format. A great accomplishment from this creative team with only one more issue to go. One word of caution, don't even try to read this issue as a standalone - the material that has come before is essential to understanding and enjoyment. Read Full Review

The Thrawn adaptation is almost over and I'm continuing to enjoy it even while wishing it was twice as long so we could get a lot more of the source material given time here and not feel quite so rushed. Jody Houser captures the sweeping moments just right and keeps just enough of the character material and intrigue so that it flows together well. And Luke Ross continues to deliver some really great pages as he brings Thrawn to life with Woodward's colors taking it to the next level. There's a lot to like here as the stories are converging and big things are afoot as we go into the finale. Read Full Review

While this chapter might not be as fulfilling as others, it's evident that the stage is being set for a compelling conflict. Read Full Review