Star Wars: Bloodline

by Claudia Gray

332

English language

Published May 3, 2016 by Del Ray Books.

ISBN:: 978-978-034-551-8
OCLC Number:: 1005946697

(36 reviews)

WITNESS THE BIRTH OF THE RESISTANCE

When the Rebellion defeated the Empire in the skies above Endor, Leia Organa believed it was the beginning to a lasting peace. But after decades of vicious infighting and partisan gridlock in the New Republic Senate, that hope seems like a distant memory.

Now a respected senator, Leia must grapple with the dangers that threaten to cripple that fledging democracy—from both within and without. Underworld kingpins, treacherous politicians, and Imperial loyalists are sowing chaos in the galaxy. Desperate to take action, senators are calling for the election of a First Senator. It is their hope that this influential post will bring strong leadership to a divided galaxy.

As the daughter of Darth Vader, Leia faces with distrust the prospect of any one person holding such a powerful position—even when supporters suggest Leia herself for the job. But a new enemy may make this path …

WITNESS THE BIRTH OF THE RESISTANCE

7 editions

forpeterssake reviewed Star Wars: Bloodline by Claudia Gray

Not bad, a bit of the old spark of Star Wars fun

4 stars

I've read many of the now non-canonical Star Wars novels, and like many, I consider Timothy Zahn's Heir to Empire trilogy the gold standard for Star Wars novels. Since the franchise was overhauled, the only novels that tempted me enough were Zahn's Thrawn trilogy that reintroduced the character of Grand Admiral Thrawn back into canon, and I thought it was okay, but they didn't make me want to read other novels from the retconned canon, and I didn't read any more for several years. Bloodlines recently came to me highly recommended, so I gave it a shot, and I liked it pretty well. It had the significant challenge of telling a compelling story against the background of the fall of the New Republic, but I think it mostly succeeded.

Old_Tim reviewed Bloodline by Claudia Gray

Review of 'Bloodline' on 'Goodreads'

5 stars

A solid SW novel featuring a mature Leia Organa. This is not as weird as some of the other SW novels I've been reading lately,but it does a good job of setting things up for the recent films. It's probably as much politics as action, so if that's not interesting, pass this one by.

Lois reviewed Bloodline by Claudia Gray

Review of 'Bloodline' on 'Goodreads'

4 stars

Definitely liked this - particularly because of the main reason I wanted to listen to this one, how the galaxy found out Darth Vader was Anakin Skywalker aka her dad! :)

Michael P reviewed Bloodline by Claudia Gray

Review of 'Bloodline' on 'Goodreads'

5 stars

Preface: I've read 90+% of the Star Wars Legends books.

Star Wars: Bloodlines is by far the best book I've read from the new Star Wars continuity. It pulls the right strings for Space Opera, has a healthy blend of influence from the original trilogy as well as the Legends material.

I like how this book portrays Leia. It gives her a proper badass vibe, as both a powerful political figure as well as a war hero.

Jason reviewed Bloodline by Claudia Gray

None

4 stars

Down one star because there is a character that is left unresolved. So, I am hoping there will be a sequel.

Really enjoyed a Princess Leia centric book and definitely lays the groundwork for the Force Awakens.

Utena reviewed Star Wars: Bloodline by Claudia Gray

Review of 'Star Wars: Bloodline' on 'Goodreads'

4 stars

I have been wanting to pick up the books that take place between the events of Return of the Jedi and The Force Awakens. Of course much of my curiosity lies in what has happened between the two big events.

But I was thrilled completely when I saw this book focused sorely on Leia herself. I had always been a complete fan of Leia.Growing up, I wanted to be like her. Even grown up now, I still wish I was like her. She was a strong character even in the face of danger, she proved herself to have such nerves of steel even in times she was vulnerable.

This book did not disappoint in the least. I was hooked from the first page to the final.

This book takes place five years before the events of The Force Awakens. We find Leia still part of a Senate. Where she was once fresh and perhaps a bit naive, she has grown up becoming more mature and much more aware of the worlds around her. The New Republic Senate is reeling from the departure of Mon Mothma, leading to the bickering and power struggles between its members.

Yet Leia is relentless in her desire to continue for peace among the planets and galaxies part of the New Republic.

A rumor begins to circulate that there is a new threat coming in the form of a kingpin who has taken over what the Hutts were. Leia volunteers to lead the mission to investigate the rumors to see if these are true. Yet she is not going alone. She is lined with an rival of her own faction. With her own faction pushing her to try for the job of the Senate's most powerful position, Leia sets out to discover the truth of the rumor.

I was highly impressed with Claudia Gray's Leia. She has fleshed her out making her more than just a heroine of the rebellion but also still very much still human.

And she gave breath to the expanded universe belonging to the Star Wars world.

This book and it's cover will draw you in until the very end and you will come of it wanting more of it.

I am seriously looking forward to further writings of Claudia Gray and her divulge into the Star Wars universe.

kursis reviewed Star Wars: Bloodline by Claudia Gray

Review of 'Star Wars: Bloodline' on 'Goodreads'

3 stars

The book was interesting enough. But I must say, that if I had no prior clue of what Star Wars is, I would dislike this book. A lot of politics, little action.

This is the reading piece for those who are interested in what happens between real action.
My overall rating is 3/5. I've seen better, and I've read worse.