Hard Contact Part 1

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Welcome to our first of four check-in and discussion posts for our Book of the Month.

This month’s book is Hard Contact (Star Wars: Republic Commando #1) by Karen Traviss
Chapters 1-5

Hard Contact Part 1

1. What are your thoughts on the squad so far? Any favorites yet between Darman, Nine, Fi, and Atin?

2. The mercenary Mandalorian, Hokan, has a connection with the Republic force that I'm assuming he will soon meet. Do you think he knew Jango Fett personally or only by reputation - will he recognize the clones' faces?

3. How are you liking it so far?



FYI - There's no need to answer all (or any) of the questions above - they're just talking points to get us started. Informal chatter is more than welcome! In-person book clubs often veer off topic, it's okay if we do as well. :)
All I ask is that you try to avoid spoilers for things past Part I of the book.

Comments

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1. I'm running behind so I've only finished the first couple chapters but I have a strong intuition that Atin--medical escapee literally named 'stubborn'--is going to be my favorite. It's sad that they're all remnants of original squads. I hope they bond well.

3. I quite like it so far. I think the writing is good and I'm interested in the Grand Army worldbuilding and like technology details that aren't really talked about in the movies/show.

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Yeah, and 'stubborn' feels like it'll be a plot point somewhere down the line. A clone story starting with tragedy seems fitting.