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4-6
Jupiter Pirates series.
In book three, Tycho and his space privateer family again find themselves embroiled in deadly political intrigue between Earth and the Jovian Union. Tycho's personal growth continues as he tries to navigate first love, shocking family revelations, and potential war in the solar system. Large- and small-scale conflicts, solar-system-wide and within Tycho's family dynamics, are laced into the nonstop action.
231 pp.
| Disney/LucasFilm
| September, 2015
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4847-2497-2$12.99
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4-6
Journey to Star Wars: The Force Awakens series.
Illustrated by
Phil Noto.
Franchise fans hungry for female heroes will relish Moving Target, in which Leia undertakes a decoy mission after the Rebel Alliance is ousted from Hoth. In Smuggler's Run, an old smuggler relates a story he's heard about Han Solo and Chewbacca (savvy fans will guess the man's identity). Occasional black-and-white, red-accented illustrations accompany the quick-paced tales featuring strongly developed characters. Review covers these Journey to Star Wars: The Force Awakens titles: Moving Target and Smuggler's Run.
(3)
4-6
Jupiter Pirates series.
Tycho and his family are privateers, plundering Earth cargo ships in Jovian space while uncovering a conspiracy that could jeopardize their livelihood. Tycho must confront enemy pirates, overcome sibling rivalries, and learn if he has what it takes to be a leader. Mystery, cloak and dagger operations, and action keep readers turning the pages as they follow Tycho's personal growth.
(3)
4-6
Jupiter Pirates series.
In the second space adventure, Tycho Hashoone and his family of privateers search for hidden treasure while assailed by enemy pirates and government forces. Meanwhile, Tycho is competing with siblings to see who will be the next captain of the family spaceship. These outer struggles and Tycho's inner crises of conscience provide introspection and action, propelling the story forward. Glos.