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Star Wars: Legacy of the Force: Revelation (Star Wars Legacy of the Force)

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The galaxy, especially the Skywalker/Solo clan, is still reeling from the death of Mara Jade Skywalker at the hands of the man who used to be her nephew but has changed into a Sith Lord as powerful as his grandfather ever was, Jacen Solo or Darth Caedous. Knowing only she can stop him, Jacen's twin, Jaina, sets out on a quest to join forces with the man who once tried to kill her father, Boba Fett, and learn all she can so as to end her twin's reign of terror. Boba has as much of a need for revenge as she. Meanwhile, Ben Skywalker strives to avoid the dark side and avenge his mother, and the entire Republic is torn apart by factions. Jacen would bring about an Empire to rival Palpatine's, and there are many who oppose him, especially his former family. Palpatine's nobles, Alliance forces, and everyone who seeks justice or truth find themselves once again at odds as all the hard won times of peace turn into bloody conflict.

**** Ably read by Mark Thompson, this story is what the prequel trilogy should have been. Jacen is more formidable than Anakin ever was. Mr. Thompson's ability to change his voice to suit each character makes Ms. Travis's words come to life even more vibrantly. Cheers to this entire mini-series. ****

Amanda Killgore
Freelance for Huntress Reviews

It's the basic flaw of any adaptation, some things get cut. In this case, however, I recommend you read the book first, then enjoy this. It misses some key conversations that lead to the title being more meaningful.

Still, the story is entertaining, and that's what counts.

I have purchased the entire Star Wars audio series on CD. Whenever I have a few moments to spare, I enjoy listening to these audio books on ye olde iPod-e. The "Legacy of the Force" saga is no exception.

While this particular CD set is a bit "dark" (ahem), in general I always find the saga entertaining. It is the type of thing that you can listen to over and over again...

Best of all, the authors do not glorify their own political agendas too much. I usually find that the entire Star-Wars audio series (up to this one, at least) is usually just good, wholesome, Sci-Fi fun!