Trap Line delivers precisely what you’d expect from Timothy Zahn—a well-paced, engaging thriller with tight plotting and strong character work. While Zahn is best known for his contributions to Star Wars, this book showcases his skill in crafting suspenseful, high-stakes storytelling in a more grounded setting. As a massive Star Wars fan, I’m very familiar with Zahn’s work, and while this is a different kind of story, his knack for tension and strategy shines through.

Greg D. Barnett is a solid narrator who brings a natural, engaging style to his performances. His voice has a smooth, easy-to-listen-to quality, and he does a great job balancing character distinction without overacting. He’s particularly strong at conveying tension and emotion, making his narration feel immersive without being overly dramatic.

When I finished, I wanted more—which is the mark of a good short story. It leaves you satisfied yet craving just a little extra. Fans of Zahn’s sharp writing and well-constructed narratives will find plenty to enjoy here.

This is a fun short story that I would have thoroughly enjoyed as a full novel. I would have loved to be able to dive into the characters and worlds more. Highly recommend.

Toby travel via his consciousness to complete a crucial mission to repair a spaceship but he never makes it. He wakes up in a jail with other alien soldier's consciousnesses. There is a fun "iguana cat" at the jail that has a case of the zoomies. Will Toby be able to complete his mission??

Thank you to NetGalley and Brilliance Publishing for the ARC of this book. Look for it to be published on March 25, 2025.

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