Darth plagueis is a fictional character in the star wars franchise, first mentioned in star wars. He is the mentor and murder victim of future emperor sheev palpatine a. I really love reading darth plagueis after this and i wish they made a few more novels covering about this. This book focuses on two sith lords namely darth plagueis and his apprentice darth sidious aka palpatine. This story feels almost like it could be performed in a theater because of how it makes use of certain tragic. It shows how plagueis became a sith lord, how he tried to unlock the secrets of life which is important in episode 3, and how he recruited palpatine to be his apprentice. It is my favorite star wars book, but really tied with the bane trilogy and. Here we have a list of the best star wars books for you. Darth plagueis was a dark lord of the sith, so powerful and so wise that he could use the force to influence the midichlorians to create life.
Then i heard that disney halted production on all noncanon toysaction figures, except for darth plagueis and mara jade, which suggests that they are going to be using these characters at some. Darth plagueis is arguably one of the finest star wars novels ever written. Star wars books about darth plagueis youtini reading guide. The 10 best star wars legends books, ranked screenrant. The rise of darth vader, cloak of deception, and labyrinth of evil, as well as the new jedi order novels agents of chaos i. Darth plagueis, a star wars legends novel written by james luceno released on. The rise of skywalker novelization, and the legends information found within the novel star wars. The novel covers the later life and machinations of sith lord darth plagueis, over a roughly fiftyyear period predating star wars. I was pretty disappointed that it wasnt going to be considered canonical. Jedi eclipse, the unifying force, and the ebook darth maul.
Darth plagueis is a dark, thorough, and highly enjoyable tale of the two men who transformed a millennia old republic into an empire. According to readers, the book is really good and owns the descriptive overwhelming story. Darth plagueis at long last, the star wars story of the mysterious sith lord darth plagueis and his apprentice, darth sidious, is revealed new york times bestseller the best star wars. Darth plagueis, by james luceno, is one that has the potential to do just that.
Darth plagueis treatment, bringing the legendary character from a new. Luceno manages to juggle the numerous character voices well with a strong command. The darth plagueis novel is one of the best star wars books ever written. Download darth plagueis epub by james luceno science fiction. I would encourage you all to provide your thoughts on darth plagueis. Jan 10, 2012 this book was the first audiobook i had ever listened to ive gone on to listen to six more star wars books.
Goes from conflict to resolution in a few minutes leaving a lot to be desired. However, sue rostoni later stated that the book had been reinstated, and the novel was to be released on january 10, 2012. Oct 30, 2012 james luceno is the new york times bestselling author of the star wars novels millennium falcon, dark lord. New york times bestseller the best star wars publication to date. Darth sidious, who later frames his history and reputed ability to control natural phenomena of life and death as a legend used to lure anakin skywalker to the dark side of the force. He had such a knowledge of the dark side, he could even keep the ones he cared about from dying. Darth plagueis treatment, bringing a legendary character from a new hope to full, fascinating life. While darth plagueis only physically appears in two books in the expanded universe darth plagueis and darth maul. At long last, the star wars story of the mysterious sith lord darth plagueis and his apprentice, darth sidious, is revealed.
Darth plagueis was a dark lord of the sith so powerful and so wise, he could use the force to influence the midichlorians to create life. This story is canon the back story of darth plagueis and darth sidious was developed handinglove with the highest authorities at lucasfilm, to ensure that nothing contradicts george lucass vision of his creations. I was left giddy after finding out the answers to mysteries i, as a fan, had pondered for over a decade. Feb 03, 2012 darth plagueis is a densely packed book with many characters spanning several decades of the star wars timeline. A masterpiece of intrigue, republic politics and finance, and most of all, an insight into. Detailing palpatines apprenticeship, and revealing more about his master, darth plagueis that he told anakin about, the novel veers into new territory for the star wars series. Darth plagueis and the book of sith reference book.
Trained by darth tenebrous, plagueis mastered the art and science of midichlorian manipulation. There is something about this novel series that feels so cohesive and tightly focused. For howard roffman, whose intelligence, critical acumen, and stalwart direction helped shape this story. The book is originally published on 10th january 2012 and published by del rey books. Pdf star wars darth plagueis download full pdf book download.
Jan 10, 2012 bestselling star wars veteran james luceno gives grand moff tarkin the star wars. Darth plagueis for me is the biggest event in the saga since the release of episode iii. Is the novel darth plagueis by james luceno considered canon in the star wars universe. Star wars darth plagueis audiobook audiobooks free. Initially, the story explores the rise of plagueis as a sith lord. Although at times the book seems more a politicaleconomic story rather than star wars it does fill in blanks and hints at possible origins of anakin. Darth plagueis is my favorite book in the entire star wars literary library. Jan 10, 2012 this wasnt just another star wars novel. Darth plagueis star wars by james luceno fantastic fiction. Star wars legends by james luceno, 9780345511294, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Revenge of the sith, the emperor palpatine tells disillusioned jedi anakin skywalker the story of the legendary sith lord, darth plagueis, who sought to master the force to control the power over life and death.
Darth plagueis is a novel that is part of the star wars expanded universe. Although the book is titled darth plagueis, it is really about both plagueis and sidious. How the episode 9 novelization changed darth plagueiss. Darth plagueis star wars by james luceno book cover, description, publication history. Darth plagueis by james luceno 2012, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. He had such a knowledge of the dark side that he could even keep the ones he cared about from dying. James luceno is the new york times bestselling author of the star wars novels millennium falcon, dark lord.
Oct 30, 2012 this book focuses on two sith lords namely darth plagueis and his apprentice darth sidious aka palpatine. Darth plagueis by james luceno, 9780099542643, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. First off this book is enjoyable and is an interesting look into the life of dooku pre clone wars era. After years of waiting, this novel finally reveals the origins of the legendary emperor palpatine, as well as the legend of his master, darth plagueis the wise. Lockdown there have been plenty of other stories that take place during the events of plagueiss rise to power. It was written by james luceno, and released on january 10, 2012. While darth plagueis can stand on its own, several short stories were published concurrently in novel reprints and the star wars insider matthew stovers the tenebrous way and lucenos own restraint and endgame. They expand on the roles and actions played by darth tenebrous and darth maul during the course of the book. Although an excellent book widely considered a fan favorite, darth plagueis now falls under the banner of legends tiein fiction from the vast star wars expanded universe conceived before disney bought lucasfilm and essentially hit the reset button on all those novels, comics and games. Darth plagueis, remembered as darth plagueis the wise, was a male muun dark lord of the sith and heir to the lineage of darth bane. At long last, the star wars story of the mysterious sith lord darth plagueis and.
The novel does have less fighting and action sequences with more political captivation. Apr 26, 2020 there are numerous star wars books to satisfy your intergalactic cravings for star wars. The rise of darth plagueis is about the only major sith mystery villain arc that could matter to the larger star wars fandom during the high republic era, so skipping it. Darth plagueis is a novel by james luceno that tells the backstory of the dark lord of the sith, darth plagueis.
Here are a few of my thoughts and opinions of the novel star wars. It was originally scheduled for release in october of 2008, but its release was canceled. At long last, the star wars story of the mysterious sith lord darth. This is a novel part of what is known nowadays as legends in the star wars novel series, in other words, non. Also the sith lore and foundation of darth banes sith order being covered throughout the novels makes it hard for me to choose a favourite. At long last, the star wars story of the mysterious sith lord darth plagueis and his apprentice, darth sidious, is revealed new york times bestseller the best star wars publication to date. So a lot of the scenes lack the depth and detail of most other star wars books. James luceno takes darth plagueis down the dark path and never looks back. Darth plagueis is a densely packed book with many characters spanning several decades of the star wars timeline.