Episodio III

by Matthew Woodring Stover

First published 2009

The Clone Wars have pushed the Republic to its breaking point. On Coruscant, Chancellor Palpatine seizes more power while the Senate watches helplessly. The Jedi Council grows suspicious as Palpatine moves to control their order. Anakin Skywalker struggles with visions of Padmé Amidala's death, his secret marriage weighing heavily as he searches for ways to save her. Across the galaxy, Obi-Wan hunts the cyborg General Grievous while separatist forces batter Republic defenses. Palpatine manipulates public sentiment against the Jedi, setting the stage for his final gambit. Anakin stands at a crossroads, torn between his Jedi training and his desperate love for Padmé. As Darth Sidious prepares to destroy the Republic and birth the Empire, Anakin must choose between the light and dark sides of the Force. His decision will transform him into Darth Vader and reshape the galaxy forever.

Genres: science-fiction, adventure, fantasy, action

Vibes: dark, fast-paced, suspenseful

Tropes: chosen-one, enemies-to-lovers, redemption

Setting: Coruscant, Republic, Galactic Empire

Period: Clone Wars, Rise of the Empire

416 pages · Paperback · Timun Mas Narrativa

Content warnings: violence

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