CANON
Written by: Chuck Wendig
Published on: February 21, 2017
Published by: Del Rey
Pages: 423
Timeline: 5 ABY
Key characters: Wedge Antilles, Norra Wexley, Snap Wexley
Era: The New Republic
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Publisher’s Summary
As the final showdown between the New Republic and the Empire draws near, all eyes turn to a once-isolated planet: Jakku.
The Battle of Endor shattered the Empire, scattering its remaining forces across the galaxy. But the months following the Rebellion’s victory have not been easy. The fledgling New Republic has suffered a devastating attack from the Imperial remnant, forcing the new democracy to escalate their hunt for the hidden enemy.
For her role in the deadly ambush, Grand Admiral Rae Sloane is the most wanted Imperial war criminal—and one-time rebel pilot Norra Wexley, back in service at Leia’s urgent request, is leading the hunt. But more than just loyalty to the New Republic drives Norra forward: Her husband was turned into a murderous pawn in Sloane’s assassination plot, and now she wants vengeance as much as justice.
But Sloane, too, is on a furious quest: pursuing the treacherous Gallius Rax to the barren planet Jakku. As the true mastermind behind the Empire’s devastating attack, Rax has led the Empire to its defining moment. The cunning strategist has gathered the powerful remnants of the Empire’s war machine, preparing to execute the late Emperor Palpatine’s final plan. As the Imperial fleet orbits Jakku, an armada of Republic fighters closes in to finish what began at Endor. Norra and her crew soar into the heart of an apocalyptic clash that will leave land and sky alike scorched. And the future of the galaxy will finally be decided.
Quick Summary
It’s all come down to this. After years of fighting the Empire, and continuing to battle the remaining forces spread across the galaxy after Endor, the New Republic will finally corner the regime’s leaders and bring the war to an end.
Book Details
Audience: Adult
Author: Chuck Wendig
Publisher: Del Rey
Publication date: February 21, 2017
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1101966963
ISBN-13: 978-1101966969
Pages: 423 (hardcover)
