Well, Darth Vader made me get a bit sniffly. Not going to lie.

This volume follows Darth Vader in the immediate aftermath of Episode IV, and is best read in conjunction with [b:Star Wars, Vol. 1: Skywalker Strikes|24718416|Star Wars, Vol. 1 Skywalker Strikes|Jason Aaron|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1433222876s/24718416.jpg|44342503] to completely follow the action. Actually, read this one AFTER you've read Skywalker. Definitely.

Vader has been searching for the mysterious farm boy who managed to blow-up the Death Star, all while facing the wrath of Emperor Palpatine for this same issue. What made this so poignant is the many flashbacks we see of Vader as Anakin, and the great sense of emotion Gillen gives to Vader. You definitely feel for him, and see how he would eventually turn back to the light.

The ending was a bit odd, especially the Battlestar Galactica inspired regeneration plot line and the Emperor's secret experiment (just read it, you'll see what I mean), but I will definitely be picking up Volume 2.