New 'Star Wars' Book Trilogy 'Reign Of The Empire' To Explore The Political Arena
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At the San Diego Comic-Con, Star Wars announced its return to the period between Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope. The era will be explored in a trilogy of new Reign of the Empire. The series begins with The Mask of Fear written by Alexander Freed. In the vein of Andor, the books will focus more on the politics of the era and explore the first year of the Empire. The official tagline reads, “With one speech, and thunderous applause, Chancellor Palpatine brought the era of the Republic crashing down. In its place rose the Galactic Empire. Across the galaxy, people rejoiced and celebrated the end to war—and the promises of tomorrow. But that tomorrow was a lie. Instead the galaxy became twisted by the cruelty and fear of the Emperor’s rule.”
The synopsis continues, “During that terrifying first year of tyranny, Mon Mothma, Saw Gerrera, and Bail Organa face the encroaching darkness. One day, they will be three architects of the Rebel Alliance. But first, each must find purpose and direction in a changing galaxy, while harboring their own secrets, fears, and hopes for a future that may never come, unless they act.”
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The book will feature a mix of returning and new characters and will be followed up by two sequels written by Rebecca Roanhorse and Fran Wilde. Freed compared the initial novel to political spy thrillers and historical epics, expressing his excitement for the project. The author further explained that the book will focus on ordinary people “living inside the machinery of the Empire, still figuring out what’s happened to their government and in violent disagreement over ideas of democracy, resistance, revolution, and complicity.” The Mask of Fear will be released on February 25, 2025, while the follow-up novels are expected in the spring of 2026 and 2027.
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Source(s): Gizmodo, Star Wars News Net
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