This isn't really a spoiler since most everyone (those that love NJO and those that hate it) knows that Chewbacca dies. If you were talking about the latest book, Destiny's Way, then yes it would be a spoiler. NJO is a good series, changing the way you think of Star Wars. Exploring new areas, dabbing in old areas, and mixing it up in such a way that if Lucas wanted to make an Episode 7, he could start from scratch. I think people don't give Lucas enough credit, because he had to approve the basic plan behind NJO. Not certains stories, but rather the idea that the galaxy is not safe, and characters are at risk. Overall, everyone should read the story. Some are much much better than others, but the story arc is good. I can't wait to read how it all ends.