Does I, Jedi require reading other Star Wars books first?

While it is a standalone story focusing on Corran Horn, readers will have a richer experience if they are familiar with the broader Star Wars Expanded Universe, particularly the events leading up to the formation of Luke Skywalker's Jedi Academy.

How does I, Jedi fit into the Star Wars Expanded Universe timeline?

This novel is set after the events of the Thrawn Trilogy and the Jedi Academy Trilogy, placing it firmly within the New Republic era of the Star Wars Legends continuity.

Is I, Jedi told from a unique perspective compared to other Star Wars novels?

The book is notable for being one of the few Star Wars novels told entirely from a first-person perspective, offering a deep dive into Corran Horn's thoughts and experiences.

Star Wars - I, Jedi

Science Fiction Space Opera

Pages: 592
Published: 1998
Language: English

Corran Horn, a former security officer and hero, faces his greatest challenge when his wife, Mirax, vanishes on a secret mission. To find her, he joins Luke Skywalker's Jedi academy, navigating a world of ancient Sith lords and dangerous pirates. Horn must confront a difficult choice: embrace the dark side of the Force or risk losing Mirax forever.

Prose complexity: 4/10

Adventurous Tense Mysterious

Quest Reluctant Hero Mentor Figure

Michael A. Stackpole

Michael Austin Stackpole (born November 27, 1957) is an American science fiction and fantasy author best known for his Star Wars and BattleTech books. He was born in Wausau, Wisconsin, but raised in Vermont. He has a BA in history from the University of Vermont. From 1977 on, he worked as a designer of role-playing games for various gaming companies, and wrote dozens of magazine articles with limited distribution within the industry. He lives in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Corran HornProtagonist

Exar KunAntagonist

Mirax Terrik HornSupporting

Luke SkywalkerSupporting

Mara Jade SkywalkerSupporting

All characters in Star Wars - I, Jedi

Frequently asked questions

Does I, Jedi require reading other Star Wars books first?
While it is a standalone story focusing on Corran Horn, readers will have a richer experience if they are familiar with the broader Star Wars Expanded Universe, particularly the events leading up to the formation of Luke Skywalker's Jedi Academy.
How does I, Jedi fit into the Star Wars Expanded Universe timeline?
This novel is set after the events of the Thrawn Trilogy and the Jedi Academy Trilogy, placing it firmly within the New Republic era of the Star Wars Legends continuity.
Is I, Jedi told from a unique perspective compared to other Star Wars novels?
The book is notable for being one of the few Star Wars novels told entirely from a first-person perspective, offering a deep dive into Corran Horn's thoughts and experiences.