Books like Star Wars by Michael A. Stackpole
Famed X‑wing fighters serve as the Rebel Alliance’s swift and deadly strike force. In this mission, Wedge Antilles and Rogue Squadron confront impossible odds as they raid an enemy stronghold. An unexpected ally, ruthless Imperial commander Ysanne Isard, offers an unusual alliance: help extract wounded comrades from Admiral Krennel’s brutal prison camp in exchange for support against a common foe. The alliance is fraught with danger and mistrust, forcing the Rebels to navigate the perilous balance between Krennel’s cruelty and Isard’s deceit.
The story showcases tactical air combat, strategic planning, and the constant tension that exists between allies and enemies in the Star Wars universe.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Science Fiction/Space Opera
Authors: Michael A. Stackpole
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