Star Wars: Bloodline

352 pages

English language

Published Feb. 26, 2016 by Del Ray Books, Del Rey.

ISBN:
978-978-034-551-8
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OCLC Number:
1005946697

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4 stars (2 reviews)

WITNESS THE BIRTH OF THE RESISTANCE

When the Rebellion defeated the Empire in the skies above Endor, Leia Organa believed it was the beginning to a lasting peace. But after decades of vicious infighting and partisan gridlock in the New Republic Senate, that hope seems like a distant memory.

Now a respected senator, Leia must grapple with the dangers that threaten to cripple that fledging democracy—from both within and without. Underworld kingpins, treacherous politicians, and Imperial loyalists are sowing chaos in the galaxy. 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.

As the daughter of Darth Vader, Leia faces with distrust the prospect of any one person holding such a powerful position—even when supporters suggest Leia herself for the job. But a new enemy may make this path …

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4 stars

I have been wanting to pick up the books that take place between the events of Return of the Jedi and The Force Awakens. Of course much of my curiosity lies in what has happened between the two big events.

But I was thrilled completely when I saw this book focused sorely on Leia herself. I had always been a complete fan of Leia.Growing up, I wanted to be like her. Even grown up now, I still wish I was like her. She was a strong character even in the face of danger, she proved herself to have such nerves of steel even in times she was vulnerable.

This book did not disappoint in the least. I was hooked from the first page to the final.

This book takes place five years before the events of The Force Awakens. We find Leia still part of a Senate. Where she was …