CANON
Written by: James Luceno
Published on: November 15, 2016
Published by: Del Rey
Pages: 330
Timeline: 21 BBY – 17 BBY
Key characters: Orson Krennic, Galen Erso, Lyra Erso
Era: Reign of the Empire
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Publisher’s Summary
War is tearing the galaxy apart. For years the Republic and the Separatists have battled across the stars, each building more and more deadly technology in an attempt to win the war. As a member of Chancellor Palpatine’s top secret Death Star project, Orson Krennic is determined to develop a superweapon before their enemies can. And an old friend of Krennic’s, the brilliant scientist Galen Erso, could be the key.
Galen’s energy-focused research has captured the attention of both Krennic and his foes, making the scientist a crucial pawn in the galactic conflict. But after Krennic rescues Galen, his wife, Lyra, and their young daughter, Jyn, from Separatist kidnappers, the Erso family is deeply in Krennic’s debt. Krennic then offers Galen an extraordinary opportunity: to continue his scientific studies with every resource put utterly at his disposal. While Galen and Lyra believe that his energy research will be used purely in altruistic ways, Krennic has other plans that will finally make the Death Star a reality. Trapped in their benefactor’s tightening grasp, the Ersos must untangle Krennic’s web of deception to save themselves and the galaxy itself.
Quick Summary
After Saw Gerrera rescues Jyn Erso and takes her under his wing, she slowly begins to learn the lengths he’s willing to go to rebel against the Empire’s reign.
Book Details
Audience: Adult
Author: James Luceno
Publisher: Del Rey
Publication date: November 15, 2016
Language: English
ISBN-10: 345511492
ISBN-13: 978-0345511492
Pages: 330 (hardcover)
