First published 2016
Decades have passed since the Rebel Alliance destroyed the second Death Star and brought down the Emperor. Han Solo and Princess Leia have built new lives in a galaxy trying to heal from war. Luke Skywalker has retreated into exile after a terrible tragedy involving his nephew Ben Solo, who has transformed into the dark warrior Kylo Ren. The First Order rises from the Empire's ashes, led by the mysterious Supreme Leader Snoke and his apprentice Ren. Rey, a scavenger on the desert planet Jakku, discovers she possesses strong Force abilities when she encounters Finn, a defected stormtrooper, and the droid BB-8 carrying vital Resistance secrets. Together they join Han Solo on a desperate mission to find Luke and restore hope to the galaxy. As the First Order prepares to unleash a weapon more devastating than any Death Star, Rey must confront her destiny and the growing darkness within Kylo Ren, who remains torn between light and shadow.
Genres: science-fiction, adventure, fantasy, action
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family, good-vs-evil
Setting: Jakku, Galaxy, First Order, Rebel Alliance
Period: Decades After Second Death Star, Post-Empire
260 pages · Hardcover · Del Rey