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Axelle Demoulin
Star Wars - Leia - Princess of Alderaan
Synopsis
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away....there was a princess who became a legend.
Sixteen-year-old Princess Leia Organa faces the most challenging task of her life so far: proving herself in the areas of body, mind, and heart to be formally named heir to the throne of Alderaan. She's taking rigorous survival courses, practicing politics, and spearheading relief missions to worlds under Imperial control. But Leia has worries beyond her claim to the crown. Her parents, Breha and Bail, aren't acting like themselves lately; they are distant and preoccupied, seemingly more concerned with throwing dinner parties for their allies in the Senate than they are with their own daughter. Determined to uncover her parents' secrets, Leia starts down an increasingly dangerous path that puts her right under the watchful eye of the Empire. And when Leia discovers what her parents and their allies are planning behind closed doors, she finds herself facing what seems like an impossible choice; dedicate herself to the people of Alderaan—including the man she loves—or the galaxy at large, which is in desperate need of a rebel hero....
Genres
Characters
Princess Leia OrganaSupporting
Bail OrganaSupporting
Breha OrganaSupporting
Kier DomadiSupporting
C-3POSupporting
Frequently asked questions
Does this book need to be read before watching Rogue One or A New Hope?
This novel provides significant backstory and character development for Leia leading up to the events of Rogue One and A New Hope, offering a deeper understanding of her motivations and early involvement in the Rebellion. While not strictly required, reading it first enriches the experience of those films.
Is this book part of the official Star Wars canon?
Yes, this novel is part of the official Star Wars canon, meaning its events and characters are considered integral to the overarching Star Wars narrative established by Disney.
How does this book connect to other Star Wars young adult novels?
This book is part of a series of Star Wars young adult novels that explore the formative years of key characters. It shares thematic connections and a similar narrative approach to other books in this line, such as 'Ahsoka' by E.K. Johnston and 'Lost Stars' also by Claudia Gray, focusing on character-driven stories within the larger galactic conflict.