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Publisher
Tor
Language
English
Description
Enjoying his assignment with the xenobiology lab on board the prestigious Intrepid, ensign Andrew Dahl worries about casualties suffered by low-ranking officers during away missions before making a shocking discovery about the starship's actual purpose.
Author
Series
Old Man's War universe volume 1
Publisher
Tor
Language
English
Description
John Perry did two things on his 75th birthday. First he visited his wife's grave. Then he joined the army. The bulk of humanity's resources are in the hands of the Colonial Defense Force which doesn't want young people; they want people who carry the knowledge and skills of decades of living to the frontlines of war, light-years from home.
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First edtion.
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English
Description
The crushed Galactic Alliance continues to carry out attacks on the Imperial oppressors under the control of Sith Emperor Darth Krayt. Meanwhile Cade Skywalker, last living heir of the Skywalkers, who has escaped the clutches of the Emperor, incurs his wrath, and Darth Krayt will stop at nothing to return him to his control by either turning him into an ally or destroying him. As Cade is being pursued by the Emperor, the hidden Jedi enter the fight...
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English
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Follows the life of Ender Wiggin's comrade Bean, from his escape from the mean streets of Rotterdam, to his student days at the Battle School, and to his role as Ender's right hand ally, strategist, and friend in the epic struggle to save Earth from alien invaders.
Author
Series
Old Man's War universe volume 2
Publisher
Tor
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
The Ghost Brigades are the Special Forces of the Colonial Defense Forces, elite troops created from the DNA of the dead and turned into the perfect soldiers for the CDF's toughest operations. They're young, they're fast and strong, and they're totally without normal human qualms.
The universe is a dangerous place for humanity—and it's about to become far more dangerous. Three races that humans have clashed with before have allied to halt
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Series
Publisher
Del Rey
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
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Description
"The Battle of Endor shattered the Empire, scattering its remaining forces across the galaxy. But the months following the Rebellion's victory have not been easy. The fledgling New Republic has suffered a devastating attack from the Imperial remnant, forcing the new democracy to escalate their hunt for the hidden enemy. For her role in the deadly ambush, Grand Admiral Rae Sloane is the most wanted Imperial war criminal--and one-time rebel pilot Norra...
Author
Publisher
Disney/Lucasfilm Press
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"It's tough to be a droid! When TIE fighters attack the Ghost, it's up to the cranky astromech droid, Chopper, to keep the ship together. If only his crewmates would decide whether they want him to repair the shields or the intercom..or the shields ... or the intercom."--Page 4 of cover.
Author
Series
Publisher
Del Rey
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
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Darth Vader may have been redeemed and the Emperor vanquished, but peace can be fleeting, and evil does not easily relent. Yet the simple belief in good can still empower ordinary individuals to rise and meet the greatest challenges. So return to that galaxy far, far away, and prepare yourself for what happens when the Force awakens ...
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Series
Publisher
Del Rey Books/Ballantine
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
With peace restored in the kingdoms of Tsaia and Lyonya, the newly crowned kings Mikeli and Kieri face trouble in keeping their thrones due to threats from an ex-pirate, an aggressive kingdom to the north, and corrupt magical forces.
13) Bloodline
Author
Publisher
Del Rey
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
When the Rebellion defeated the Empire, Leia Organa believed it was the beginning to a lasting peace. Now a respected senator, Leia must grapple with the dangers that threaten to cripple the fledgling democracy-- from both within and without. Desperate to take action, senators are calling for the election of a First Senator. It is their hope that this influential post will bring strong leadership to a divided galaxy. Supporters even suggest Leia herself...
15) Star Wars: Purge
Author
Publisher
Dark Horse Books
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
Darth Vadar searches for the remaining Jedi who survived Order 66, while the Jedi fight to remain alive and destroy the Sith Lord for good.
Author
Series
Publisher
Disney/LucasFilm Press
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
When the rebels receive a secret broadcast, they discover that one of the great Jedi Masters is still alive and a captive of the Empire! To save her, Kanan, Ezra, and their friends must break into her heavily guarded prison. Can they find the lost Jedi? Or will the Inquisitor find them first?
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Series
Star Wars novels. Film novelizations volume 9
Publisher
Del Rey
Edition
Expanded edition, First edition.
Language
English
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Description
An official novelization of the "Star Wars" film continues the epic adventures of Rey, Finn, Poe, and Luke Skywalker.
New heroes emerge to take up arms against the First Order: Rey, the orphan strong in the Force; Finn, the ex-stormtrooper who stands against his former masters; and Poe Dameron, the fearless X-wing pilot, have been drawn together to fight side-by-side with General Leia Organa and the Resistance. But the First Order's Supreme Leader...
Author
Series
Publisher
Del Rey
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
As the Empire reels from its critical defeats at the Battle of Endor, the Rebel Alliance -- now a fledgling New Republic -- presses its advantage by hunting down the enemy's scattered forces before they can regroup and retaliate. But above the remote planet Akiva, an ominous show of the enemy's strength is unfolding. Out on a lone reconnaissance mission, pilot Wedge Antilles watches Imperial Star Destroyers gather like birds of prey circling for a...
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English
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Traces the events of the First Formic War a century before the events of Ender's Game, following the unsuccessful attempt of Victor Delgado to warn skeptical Earth governments of an imminent alien invasion and the efforts of Mazer Rackham and the Mobile Operations Police to meet unprecedented threats.
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Publisher
Dark Horse Comics
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
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Deena Shan is ready to give up and leave the rebellion. When a failed hyperspace jump puts the ship carrying Deena, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and Tungo Li in orbit above an Imperial stronghold, they go on the offensive, leading their crew in a potentially suicidal strike. It finally comes down to Deena to decide the success or failure of the mission.
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