by Jason Fry
First published 2017
This biographical exploration examines the transformation of Anakin Skywalker into the galaxy's most notorious enforcer of the dark side. Fry chronicles the fallen Jedi's path from promising young warrior to the Emperor's right hand, documenting the key moments that shaped his destiny. The book profiles Vader's encounters with rebels, Jedi survivors, and Imperial officers throughout his reign of terror. Young readers discover how the chosen one became the Empire's most feared weapon, facing enemies like Luke Skywalker and former allies like Obi-Wan Kenobi. Black-and-white illustrations bring pivotal scenes to life, while timelines map the crucial events of Vader's dark career. Character profiles detail the friends and enemies who crossed paths with the Sith Lord during his decades of service to the Emperor. The biography reveals the complete arc of a hero's fall and the legacy of choices that echo across the galaxy.
Genres: biography, science-fiction, action, star-wars
Vibes: dark, emotional, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, hero-s-fall
Setting: Galaxy
Period: Imperial Era
133 pages · Kindle Edition · Scholastic Inc.