Star Wars: Episode III: Revenge of the Sith

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The novel based on Star Wars- Episode III Revenge of the Sith, the movie that brings the Star Wars epic full circle--to the creation of Darth Vader and the birth of Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia Organa. A must-read for every fan of the Star Wars movies. The turning point for the entire Star Wars saga is at hand. . . . As combat escalates across the galaxy, the stage is set for an explosive endgame- Obi-Wan undertakes a perilous mission to destroy the dreaded Separatist military leader, General Grievous. Supreme Chancellor Palpatine continues to strip away constitutional liberties in the name of security while influencing public opinion to turn against the Jedi. And a conflicted Anakin fears that his secret love, Senator Padme Amidala, will die. Tormented by unspeakable visions, Anakin edges closer to the brink of a galaxy-shaping decision. It remains only for Darth Sidious to strike the final staggering blow against the Republic-and to ordain a fearsome new Sith Lord- Darth Vader. Based on the screenplay of the final film in George Lucas's epic saga, bestselling Star Wars author Matthew Stover's novel crackles with action, captures the iconic characters in all their complexity, and brings a space opera masterpiece full circle in stunning style.

Matt Stover is the author of five previous novels, including STAR WARS- SHATTERPOINT- A CLONE WARS NOVEL, STAR WARS- THE NEW JEDI ORDER- TRAITOR, and HEROES DIE and THE BLADE OF TYSHALLE. He is an expert in several martial arts. Mr. Stover lives outside Chicago.