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Star Wars: Boba Fett #2
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In this second volume in the Boba Fett series, while the Clone Wars rage throughout the galaxy, bounty hunter Aurra Sing takes Boba Fett to Count Dooku’s lair on toxic planet Raxus Prime. Boba Fett thinks Dooku will help him become a bounty hunter…but Dooku has other plans, as do the Jedi. And when Boba Fett is caught in the crossfire on Raxus Prime, what he discovers there will change the course of his life.
148 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 1, 2002
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Terry Bisson
214 books176 followersTerry Ballantine Bisson was an American science fiction and fantasy author best known for his short stories, including "Bears Discover Fire" (1990), which which won both the Hugo and Nebula awards, as well as They're Made Out of Meat (1991), which has been adapted for video often.
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December 16, 2020
This is the second book of a series that tells the story of a young Boba Fett. In this one, Boba is living with Count Dooku after the death of Jango Fett. Will this arrangement work or does a young Boba decide to give it a go on his own?
If you take this series for what it is meant it is a likeable series. I am enjoying the look into a young Boba and seeing how he handles the death of his father. After all, in the movies all we see is him as a young boy and then the fearless bounty hunter. There is a lot of room to tell stories. The aspect I like is that this series is having Boba make mistakes as he wouldn't be in top form right out of the gates. It is also showing a human side to him and not the ruthless character we know form the original trilogy.
This series is meant for the younger audience and it shows. That being said I am liking it and it what it is. It is meant as light entertainment that also provides background for one of the more famous minor characters from this universe.
If you take this series for what it is meant it is a likeable series. I am enjoying the look into a young Boba and seeing how he handles the death of his father. After all, in the movies all we see is him as a young boy and then the fearless bounty hunter. There is a lot of room to tell stories. The aspect I like is that this series is having Boba make mistakes as he wouldn't be in top form right out of the gates. It is also showing a human side to him and not the ruthless character we know form the original trilogy.
This series is meant for the younger audience and it shows. That being said I am liking it and it what it is. It is meant as light entertainment that also provides background for one of the more famous minor characters from this universe.
April 19, 2017
Max (6): I liked it because Boba Fett got away from
Count Dooku and Boba Fett got friends with the other guy. My favorite part was when he made friends.
Mandy: Actually, not a terrible book as far as books that Max has picked out go. I'd give it 3 stars and one thumbs up. I didn't dread reading it to him before bed, and Max would get really engrossed in the story. I loved to watch his face as things happened. Not a lot of depth, but pretty fast paced.
Count Dooku and Boba Fett got friends with the other guy. My favorite part was when he made friends.
Mandy: Actually, not a terrible book as far as books that Max has picked out go. I'd give it 3 stars and one thumbs up. I didn't dread reading it to him before bed, and Max would get really engrossed in the story. I loved to watch his face as things happened. Not a lot of depth, but pretty fast paced.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 8, 2013
I really, really love my son.
December 26, 2024
Book 2 in the wonderful, middle grade version of Boba Fett's story! If you love Star Wars and like middle grade books, this one is fantastic. It's a fast paced book with lots of action and drama, at the perfect reading level for young middle graders. I enjoyed how fun this book was and how easy it is to get lost away in the galaxy of Star Wars. If you're wanting to introduce young readers to science fiction and this wonderful Disney property, this series is a great way to do it.
Definitely a must read in my books and I want to finish the rest of the series. I found this to not be as good as the first one, but the third does pick it right back up with even more action.
Three out of five stars.
Definitely a must read in my books and I want to finish the rest of the series. I found this to not be as good as the first one, but the third does pick it right back up with even more action.
Three out of five stars.
September 9, 2024
Star Wars: Legends: Boba Fett series 02Crossfire by Terry Bisson, Peter Bollinger
adventurous challenging hopeful mysterious reflective sad tense
Fast-paced
Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters are a main focus? Yes
3.75 Stars
Again, another really good entry into the revelations of Boba Fett's life...after the untimely death of Jango Fett in Star Wars: Episode II: Attack of the Clones.
The life of a bounty hunter's son, with NO allegiances to anyone, and relying on sketchy people (who will stab you in the back) is not a life I'd want to leave MY children, but it is the life that Boba Fett has to "figure out".
Making a friend, like Gar...seems to have complicated his life, more than helped it. Hopefully, in future installments within this series of six novellas, and possibly more...the connections he keeps making (both positively and negatively) will help him hone his discernment of who to associated with and who to use.
Aura Singe is exact such a person. She's really ONLY in it for herself, and has found a cash cow in Boba. No doubt, he'll get USED by her (and whoever she reels into her orbit), but along the way...Boba will gain the skills he'll need to become even more famous/notorious than his father.
I'm having fun exploring his life, though I wish these were novel lengths, instead of novellas. I should just be happy that we have this (at any length).
adventurous challenging hopeful mysterious reflective sad tense
Fast-paced
Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters are a main focus? Yes
3.75 Stars
Again, another really good entry into the revelations of Boba Fett's life...after the untimely death of Jango Fett in Star Wars: Episode II: Attack of the Clones.
The life of a bounty hunter's son, with NO allegiances to anyone, and relying on sketchy people (who will stab you in the back) is not a life I'd want to leave MY children, but it is the life that Boba Fett has to "figure out".
Making a friend, like Gar...seems to have complicated his life, more than helped it. Hopefully, in future installments within this series of six novellas, and possibly more...the connections he keeps making (both positively and negatively) will help him hone his discernment of who to associated with and who to use.
Aura Singe is exact such a person. She's really ONLY in it for herself, and has found a cash cow in Boba. No doubt, he'll get USED by her (and whoever she reels into her orbit), but along the way...Boba will gain the skills he'll need to become even more famous/notorious than his father.
I'm having fun exploring his life, though I wish these were novel lengths, instead of novellas. I should just be happy that we have this (at any length).
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March 8, 2009I have been reading this to my son before bed and last night it was so good we just couldn't stop! Even I was impatient to find out what happened next! So needless to say, until we are done with all six books of this series there will be a lot of getting to bed late on school nights for me and my son. =)
May 24, 2009
This is the second in the series of the Boba Fett chronicles. This book focuses on Boba right after he loses Slave 1 and finds himself staying with Dooku. It's action packed and it really keeps a young reader engrossed. I don't think this one is as good as the first, but it's still enjoyable. Great for Star Wars fans of any age!
December 28, 2012
As well as being the world's hugest Star Wars fan, I am more specifically a GIGANTIC fan of bounty hunters, and it is not uncommon for me to point finger-blasters at my sister, pretending to capture my bounty. So, you can pretty much guess that this is my favorite Star Wars book series. And it is. TOTALLY recommended.
January 19, 2026
This book has such a good premise...that it unfortunately doesn't live up to.
I was very excited to see Rakata Prime and see Dooku's machinations for Boba Fett. Unfortunately, we don't really see much of Dooku, and we're off Rakata Prime in only like 35 pages. That being said, I really liked seeing Boba explore Rakata Prime, what little of it we did get.
This book does read much faster than the first book. I think that Terry Bisson did a much better job on the writing style itself here, just unfortunately not the story.
The middle portion of the book largely is set on a ship taking orphans to Cloud City, which was interesting considering Boba returns there in Empire Strikes Back. However, Boba not being recognized as a clone was odd.
There is a character (Garr) who has a species specific trait that is weird and I didn't appreciate it's inclusion.
The end of the book is really odd, as Aurra Sing shows up, and both does and doesn't need Boba's help, and their whole interaction is just bizzare and really only serves to set up book 3. Hopefully book 3 actually has a great story.
Unfortunately, I didn't care for this book as much as I cared for book 1. It has some moments, but overall its largely a disappointment. 5 out of 10.
I was very excited to see Rakata Prime and see Dooku's machinations for Boba Fett. Unfortunately, we don't really see much of Dooku, and we're off Rakata Prime in only like 35 pages. That being said, I really liked seeing Boba explore Rakata Prime, what little of it we did get.
This book does read much faster than the first book. I think that Terry Bisson did a much better job on the writing style itself here, just unfortunately not the story.
The middle portion of the book largely is set on a ship taking orphans to Cloud City, which was interesting considering Boba returns there in Empire Strikes Back. However, Boba not being recognized as a clone was odd.
There is a character (Garr) who has a species specific trait that is weird and I didn't appreciate it's inclusion.
The end of the book is really odd, as Aurra Sing shows up, and both does and doesn't need Boba's help, and their whole interaction is just bizzare and really only serves to set up book 3. Hopefully book 3 actually has a great story.
Unfortunately, I didn't care for this book as much as I cared for book 1. It has some moments, but overall its largely a disappointment. 5 out of 10.
February 22, 2024
Set in 22BBY
Much, much better than the first installment and even though Boba is still a kid, the plot and the dialogue was an upgrade from the last one.
An adventure with Boba Fett in his first years of trying to survive and travel around while being apprenticed by Dooku (or at least Dooku tries to get him under his wing) but Boba is of course suspicious of everyone and only hears his father's voice from before.
A nice surprise again is that we have Aurra Sing still in the story!
Much, much better than the first installment and even though Boba is still a kid, the plot and the dialogue was an upgrade from the last one.
An adventure with Boba Fett in his first years of trying to survive and travel around while being apprenticed by Dooku (or at least Dooku tries to get him under his wing) but Boba is of course suspicious of everyone and only hears his father's voice from before.
A nice surprise again is that we have Aurra Sing still in the story!
June 13, 2013
Suitable for children aged 8 and those who have seen the films.
A big improvement on the previous book in this series. Boba is looked after by Count Dooku, but gets bored and is involved in a Republic invasion. There's some nice touches, and Boba finds a friend for the first time in his life. A good read.
A big improvement on the previous book in this series. Boba is looked after by Count Dooku, but gets bored and is involved in a Republic invasion. There's some nice touches, and Boba finds a friend for the first time in his life. A good read.
May 26, 2012
Daniel: It was really good. It was better than the first one in this series. It was awesome.
July 29, 2022
These books so far have felt like they should be one book. It feels like a part one and a part two, with cliff hangers and nothing really resolved in between. So if you were thinking of reading them out of order or reading just this one don't bother, read the whole series or don't read any.
The book is short and not much has been happening, I thought it could have used more Aurra Sing and less Garr. I didn't like the subplot of him making a friend, speaking of the friend.
I wasn't expecting to find gender politics in a childrens star wars boba fett book. There was a very preachy out of place moment where Boba Fett goes from being the ambitious and determined son of a killer who hates Jedi into a gender studies professor from 2022 discussing nonbinary gender identity talking points and using science fiction as a vehicle to make a real world political statement. Which is annoying.
All in all it was okay.
The book is short and not much has been happening, I thought it could have used more Aurra Sing and less Garr. I didn't like the subplot of him making a friend, speaking of the friend.
I wasn't expecting to find gender politics in a childrens star wars boba fett book. There was a very preachy out of place moment where Boba Fett goes from being the ambitious and determined son of a killer who hates Jedi into a gender studies professor from 2022 discussing nonbinary gender identity talking points and using science fiction as a vehicle to make a real world political statement. Which is annoying.
All in all it was okay.
June 4, 2023
It continues to be boring, slow, and absurd. But at least we got to see more of Count Dooku and I'd even give him a few points for linking him to "The Clone Wars" video game with all that Dark Reaper stuff. However, once again when he finishes recounting these events and begins to delve into his plot, he fails to tell a good story. It almost seems as if everything related to events that we saw in other media had a reason for being, but when it came to an original story from the book itself, it was nonsense. Most of the time we follow Boba along with a new friend of indefinite sex (yep, we already had these things in SW books before Disney) on a refugee ship. And it's only at the end that things start to get interesting, we have Aurra Sing once again in the story, this time looking for Boba so she can get Jango's savings. It is made more than clear that a new scam is coming for Boba Fett, but having no other way out to try to recover his ship and his father's inheritance, he accepts. Already at this point, the only thing that does not stop repeating is the fact that Boba knows Dooku's identity, as Tyranus. But it doesn't seem to be relevant at the moment, so there's nothing else to point out. The story is boring and the series continues to maintain this youthful style for retards.
November 10, 2017
Some Unbelievable Adventures in Chapter 2
This is the second book in a series about young Boba Fett and his adventures.
Note: Spoilers below
Young Boba is held captive by Count Dooku when he attempts to find the credits his father left for him. He is rescued by his enemy the Jedi and clone troopers and meets a new friend while traveling to a new planet. While this chapter has action and some thrills, some of the scenarios are implausible in my opinion. This book is aimed at younger readers and this edition confirms that focus. Having read many of the legends and canon books, some events are contradictory. I hardly doubt a 10 year old boy would escape the clutches of a Sith, let alone go joyriding out of an airlock on a starship. The description of the Clones' behavior is also completely off. Clones were indeed individuals with different personalities, there were several series of adult novels about their lives-notably the Clone Wars books and Republic Commando series. It seems like the author wrote without much research into other book series. Author Jude Watson does a much better job with the Jedi Quest and Last of the Jedi series.
This is the second book in a series about young Boba Fett and his adventures.
Note: Spoilers below
Young Boba is held captive by Count Dooku when he attempts to find the credits his father left for him. He is rescued by his enemy the Jedi and clone troopers and meets a new friend while traveling to a new planet. While this chapter has action and some thrills, some of the scenarios are implausible in my opinion. This book is aimed at younger readers and this edition confirms that focus. Having read many of the legends and canon books, some events are contradictory. I hardly doubt a 10 year old boy would escape the clutches of a Sith, let alone go joyriding out of an airlock on a starship. The description of the Clones' behavior is also completely off. Clones were indeed individuals with different personalities, there were several series of adult novels about their lives-notably the Clone Wars books and Republic Commando series. It seems like the author wrote without much research into other book series. Author Jude Watson does a much better job with the Jedi Quest and Last of the Jedi series.
August 14, 2023
Very cruel of Dooku to want to get rid of Boba for knowing he’s Tyranus. It actually falls into question why Dooku’s plan allows for the Fetts to know he’s Tyranus at all. Surely he could’ve disguised himself when dealing as Tyranus, right? I’m also scratching my head as to why the clones don’t recognize Boba despite seeing kid clones every day on Kamino. But anyway, Boba is very resourceful.
I find it interesting how the kid he befriends, Garr, is of a species that doesn’t have a gender until age 13. On one hand, it does kind of play into the idea of biology determining gender. But on the other hand, I could imagine if this came out today people would claim this book is “too woke.” In any case, nice that Boba is accepting of people either way.
Bringing in Bespin as a setting is kind of a cheat, given how familiar we are with seeing adult Boba there. But I think the events that play out there with Aurra Sing are very fun to read about. Definitely a great follow-up.
I find it interesting how the kid he befriends, Garr, is of a species that doesn’t have a gender until age 13. On one hand, it does kind of play into the idea of biology determining gender. But on the other hand, I could imagine if this came out today people would claim this book is “too woke.” In any case, nice that Boba is accepting of people either way.
Bringing in Bespin as a setting is kind of a cheat, given how familiar we are with seeing adult Boba there. But I think the events that play out there with Aurra Sing are very fun to read about. Definitely a great follow-up.
September 25, 2021
First off, I absolutely Do Not believe that any clone soldier wouldn't immediately know who Boba is as soon as they see him. Even if they don't know he's Boba, they'd know he's a clone because he looks exactly like every other trooper at age 5/10. He would Never fly under the radar on a ship crewed totally by fucking clone troopers.
Secondly, it's immediately apparent that this book is one of the first books written after the release of AotC because it really portrays all of the other clones as just thoughtless flesh droids without a single original thought in their heads. I'm now really interested to see who the first author/creator that treats them as distinct individuals was.
Third, always love to see some nonbinary characters who complain about unnecessary gendering because that's just a whole ass mood.
Secondly, it's immediately apparent that this book is one of the first books written after the release of AotC because it really portrays all of the other clones as just thoughtless flesh droids without a single original thought in their heads. I'm now really interested to see who the first author/creator that treats them as distinct individuals was.
Third, always love to see some nonbinary characters who complain about unnecessary gendering because that's just a whole ass mood.
December 31, 2025
Again, rating it for what it is - as a junior novel, it’s quite entertaining (I wish I had read it when I was a kid).
Nerertheless, while the plotting is fun, I don’t know how long I could do this with a clear conscience. This will be the last book in this series I read, as it lends itself well to the canon — you can imagine that he and Aurra Sing form a tenuous bond after Bespin, which carries on over to her mentorship of him that we see in season 2 of The Clone Wars.
I’d like to live in that bliss where even just a portion of this fits in the canon — thus, that’s the compromise I have reluctantly made.
Kinda a lackluster end to my reading journey in 2025, but glad to be done and full speed ahead into the Clone Wars!
Nerertheless, while the plotting is fun, I don’t know how long I could do this with a clear conscience. This will be the last book in this series I read, as it lends itself well to the canon — you can imagine that he and Aurra Sing form a tenuous bond after Bespin, which carries on over to her mentorship of him that we see in season 2 of The Clone Wars.
I’d like to live in that bliss where even just a portion of this fits in the canon — thus, that’s the compromise I have reluctantly made.
Kinda a lackluster end to my reading journey in 2025, but glad to be done and full speed ahead into the Clone Wars!
October 28, 2018
A good continuation of the 'Boba Fett' line of novels. Compared to the first novel, which was based largely on Episode II events, this one brings more character depth to the main protagonist, young Boba Fett. It is interesting and captivating to observe how the personality of the infamous bounty hunter is developing with each event.
January 14, 2023
Fängt Genau da an wo das erste aufgehört hat. Dass Aura Sing eine Rolle spielt ist sehr cool. Es wurde auch erklärt warum Dooku auf Raxus Prime gechillt hat. Nur komisch dass Boba nicht erkannt wurde als Klon von den anderen Klonen. Die müssten doch ihn erkennen, da sie ja Mal alle gleich aussahen als Kind.
Die Szenen mit Garr Waren einbisschen langweilig aber ansonsten ganz cool
Die Szenen mit Garr Waren einbisschen langweilig aber ansonsten ganz cool
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June 14, 2023
This instalment delivered an actual plot, though not a brilliant one - and Count Dooku, who could have been a great villain, was severely under-utilised. But I'm impressed that a kids' book from 2002 managed to include a non-binary (if alien) character. Boba also made sure to confirm his new friend's gender. A nice surprise.
April 10, 2025
First of all, keep in mind that this is for younger readers. That being said as a Boba Fett obsessed, teen in the 2000s I inhaled these suckers. This entire series is a lot of fun and I wish they had done even more with it because I think it has so much potential.
I did not particularly enjoy the Count Dooku storyline, but beyond that enjoyed more of Boba Fett .
I did not particularly enjoy the Count Dooku storyline, but beyond that enjoyed more of Boba Fett .
February 17, 2018
First of all: I love Boba Fett. I tried to get my hamds on everything to do with the galaxoes most notorious and best bounty hunter. The bokks are for a younger group but I really loved it. The writing is exciting and I got hooked so bad I read them all in 3 days.
April 24, 2021
Wasn't sure if I had read this book before, and I hadn't. But now that I have, I know it's better than the first since I didn't know what would happen next. Excited to finally finish this series since I've owned 1, 2, 3, and 5 for years.
April 24, 2022
A much improved sequel to the first book, Boba is on his own and becoming the legend of the future bounty he'll grow to be. Phenomenal tie in to the GameCube game "Clone Wars", and fun way to bring Boba and Aura together. A really enjoyable quick read.
June 18, 2022
Not the best written children’s books but now at least we’ve started a new story and we’re not just rereading Episode II. I’m starting to like Boba as a kid even though the book isn’t written that well. At least the adventures are fun. 3.5 stars rounded to 4.
September 27, 2022
Well that certainly took my last review and my hopes for this book out the nearest airlock. I was almost hoping I wasn't remembering this book right but although it's been years since I read this one I secretly knew. It's a gripping story and I can't recommend it enough
September 30, 2022
Having found his way to the court of Count Dooku, Boba Fett swears to avenge his father's death at the hands of the Jedi.
Another chapter book adventure from Terry Bisson, which helps to evolve one of the most enigmatic characters in the 'Star Wars' story.
Another chapter book adventure from Terry Bisson, which helps to evolve one of the most enigmatic characters in the 'Star Wars' story.
June 28, 2024
It was a bizarre choice to write a kids' series from the perspective of a ruthless bounty hunter. I won't complain though since young Boba is a badass. Every single piece of Boba Fett EU lore goes so hard except that one book where he says premarital sex is immoral
September 29, 2024
Another fun outing in the Boba Fett series, this book gives some much needed breathing time between main story beats while still relying a bit too much on perfectly timed events to get our hero out of tight situations.
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