Star Wars: The Fallen Star (The High Republic)
Jan 2022 · Star Wars: The High Republic Book 3 · Sold by Random House Worlds
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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • In this gripping sequel to Star Wars: The Rising Storm, the light of the Jedi faces its darkest hour.
Time and again, the vicious raiders known as the Nihil have sought to bring the golden age of the High Republic to a fiery end. Time and again, the High Republic has emerged battered and weary but victorious thanks to its Jedi protectors—and there is no monument to their cause grander than the Starlight Beacon.
Hanging like a jewel in the Outer Rim, the Beacon embodies the High Republic at the apex of its aspirations: a hub of culture and knowledge, a bright torch against the darkness of the unknown, and an extended hand of welcome to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As survivors and refugees flee the Nihil’s attacks, the Beacon and its crew stand ready to shelter and heal.
The grateful Knights and Padawans of the Jedi Order stationed there finally have a chance to recover—from the pain of their injuries and the grief of their losses. But the storm they thought had passed still rages; they are simply caught in its eye. Marchion Ro, the true mastermind of the Nihil, is preparing his most daring attack yet—one designed to snuff out the light of the Jedi.
Time and again, the vicious raiders known as the Nihil have sought to bring the golden age of the High Republic to a fiery end. Time and again, the High Republic has emerged battered and weary but victorious thanks to its Jedi protectors—and there is no monument to their cause grander than the Starlight Beacon.
Hanging like a jewel in the Outer Rim, the Beacon embodies the High Republic at the apex of its aspirations: a hub of culture and knowledge, a bright torch against the darkness of the unknown, and an extended hand of welcome to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As survivors and refugees flee the Nihil’s attacks, the Beacon and its crew stand ready to shelter and heal.
The grateful Knights and Padawans of the Jedi Order stationed there finally have a chance to recover—from the pain of their injuries and the grief of their losses. But the storm they thought had passed still rages; they are simply caught in its eye. Marchion Ro, the true mastermind of the Nihil, is preparing his most daring attack yet—one designed to snuff out the light of the Jedi.
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4.2
44 reviews
Roc LoBello
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July 24, 2023
Extremely enjoyable and difficult to put down. Marchion Ro is presented as a legitimate threat to not only the republic, but the Jedi. The ball is squarely in Ro's court for the entirety of the story, and the Jedi are placed on the backfoot. Some of the themes with Bell seem to be retreading old ground, but he was still one of the better characters to follow. Nan and a random smuggler/hauler were definitely the weak points, but not enough to drag this down.
Benjamin Bussey
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January 7, 2022
Another solid entry in the adult-line High Republic novels. I don't feel it's as strong as Light of the Jedi, but it's an enjoyable and hectic journey that's willing to remind the reader that its characters are in genuine danger. It also does a good job of exploring the broader relationship between individuals and the force, so lore nerds like myself will be pleased by this entry.
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Lg Hammer
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February 12, 2022
This epically continues the series after having read book 2: "StarWars, The High Republic: The Rising Storm". Fans of Dune, The Foundation and pretty well all other major SciFi works will greatly enjoy this novel (and series.) The book's are filled with wisdom, that's showcased by how the characters act and think. Just for future readers awareness, this is the 3rd book in the adult-series of StarWars' official High Republic timeline. THR is set before all of the movies in fact! & StarWars is developing a game, called "Eclipse," that will be set in this era as well :) Read order thus far: The Light of the Jedi, The Rising Storm and then continues The Fallen Star. Thanks for writing this very fun read, Claudia Gray & the whole THR SW team!
About the author
Claudia Gray is the New York Times bestselling author of the Star Wars books The High Republic: Into the Dark; Bloodline; Leia, Princess of Alderaan; and Lost Stars. Her other books include the Defy the Stars, Evernight, Spellcaster, and Firebird series. She makes her home in New Orleans with her partner Paul and assorted small dogs.
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