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Lords of the Sith: Star Wars

By: Paul S. Kemp
Narrated by: Jonathan Davis
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A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. . . .
 
When the Emperor and his notorious apprentice, Darth Vader, find themselves stranded in the middle of insurgent action on an inhospitable planet, they must rely on each other, the Force, and their own ruthlessness to prevail.
 
“It appears things are as you suspected, Lord Vader. We are indeed hunted.”
 
Anakin Skywalker, Jedi Knight, is just a memory. Darth Vader, newly anointed Sith Lord, is ascendant. The Emperor’s chosen apprentice has swiftly proven his loyalty to the dark side. Still, the history of the Sith Order is one of duplicity, betrayal, and acolytes violently usurping their Masters—and the truest measure of Vader’s allegiance has yet to be taken. Until now.
 
On Ryloth, a planet crucial to the growing Empire as a source of slave labor and the narcotic known as “spice,” an aggressive resistance movement has arisen, led by Cham Syndulla, an idealistic freedom fighter, and Isval, a vengeful former slave. But Emperor Palpatine means to control the embattled world and its precious resources—by political power or firepower—and he will be neither intimidated nor denied. Accompanied by his merciless disciple, Darth Vader, he sets out on a rare personal mission to ensure his will is done.
 
For Syndulla and Isval, it’s the opportunity to strike at the very heart of the ruthless dictatorship sweeping the galaxy. And for the Emperor and Darth Vader, Ryloth becomes more than just a matter of putting down an insurrection: When an ambush sends them crashing to the planet’s surface, where inhospitable terrain and an army of resistance fighters await them, they will find their relationship tested as never before. With only their lightsabers, the dark side of the Force, and each other to depend on, the two Sith must decide if the brutal bond they share will make them victorious allies or lethal adversaries.

Praise for Lords of the Sith
 
“A compelling tale [that] gives us new insight into the relationship between Darth Vader and his master, Emperor Palpatine.”—New York Daily News
 
“Endlessly fascinating . . . a tale [that is] not just compelling but completely thrilling.”—Big Shiny Robot
 
“The best novel so far in this new era of official canon Star Wars stories.”—IGN
 
“Packed with action . . . hard to put down.”—Seattle Geekly Adventure Fantasy Fiction Science Fiction Space Opera Star Wars Interstellar Scary Warrior Bounty Hunter
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Critic reviews

“A compelling tale [that] gives us new insight into the relationship between Darth Vader and his master, Emperor Palpatine.”—New York Daily News

“Endlessly fascinating . . . a tale [that is] not just compelling but completely thrilling.”—Big Shiny Robot

“The best novel so far in this new era of official canon Star Wars stories.”—IGN

“Packed with action . . . hard to put down.”—Seattle Geekly
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This is one of my favourites from the new canon and the production of the audio version is excellent. Jonathan Davies is superb at reading and bringing all the characters to life.

Great story and audiobook

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Brilliant, truly brilliant!!!! My favourite Star Wars book; it was such a rare treat to get a new perspective on the relationship between Vader and the Emporor

One of the best Star Wars Audio Books

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not the most enthralling story, but interesting enough, especially given prominent roles for characters like Cham Syndula and the Free ryloth movement. I don't feel like I learnt anything about 'the lords of the Sith', though it was interesting to see the perspective of the average people and how Vader and the emperor must've been like Gods to them. a fine listen.

a decent entry in the canon

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Please don’t get me wrong, this book is a jolly trip through an assassination attempt. But I found my self wanting more from the titled characters. With most SW books I go for the main characters but get sidelined by characters and their story arcs that normally end in their death.
I just want more Sith books and stories.

Bit of the sith

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Second time around was better than the first. No messing with this book. Starts strong and runs through consistently, and when the story is over, it ends. Perfect! 👌🏼

Well paced and moreish

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