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A tale of two Sith: At long last, the story of the mysterious Sith Lord, Darth
Plagueis, and his apprentice, Darth Sidious, is revealed!
--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.Product Description
He was the most powerful Sith lord who ever lived.
But could he be the only one who never died?
“Did you ever hear the Tragedy of Darth Plagueis the Wise? It’s a Sith legend. Darth Plagueis was a Dark Lord of the Sith, so powerful and so wise that he could use the Force to influence the midi-chlorians to create life. He had such a knowledge of the dark side that he could even keep the ones he cared about from dying.”
—Supreme Chancellor Palpatine, Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith
Darth Plagueis: one of the most brilliant Sith Lords who ever lived. Possessing power is all he desires. Losing it is the only thing he fears. As an apprentice, he embraces the ruthless ways of the Sith. And when the time is right, he destroys his Master—but vows never to suffer the same fate. For like no other disciple of the dark side, Darth Plagueis learns to command the ultimate power . . . over life and death.
Darth Sidious: Plagueis’s chosen apprentice. Under the guidance of his Master, he secretly studies the ways of the Sith, while publicly rising to power in the galactic government, first as Senator, then as Chancellor, and eventually as Emperor.
Darth Plagueis and Darth Sidious, Master and acolyte, target the galaxy for domination—and the Jedi Order for annihilation. But can they defy the merciless Sith tradition? Or will the desire of one to rule supreme, and the dream of the other to live forever, sow the seeds of their destruction?
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But could he be the only one who never died?
“Did you ever hear the Tragedy of Darth Plagueis the Wise? It’s a Sith legend. Darth Plagueis was a Dark Lord of the Sith, so powerful and so wise that he could use the Force to influence the midi-chlorians to create life. He had such a knowledge of the dark side that he could even keep the ones he cared about from dying.”
—Supreme Chancellor Palpatine, Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith
Darth Plagueis: one of the most brilliant Sith Lords who ever lived. Possessing power is all he desires. Losing it is the only thing he fears. As an apprentice, he embraces the ruthless ways of the Sith. And when the time is right, he destroys his Master—but vows never to suffer the same fate. For like no other disciple of the dark side, Darth Plagueis learns to command the ultimate power . . . over life and death.
Darth Sidious: Plagueis’s chosen apprentice. Under the guidance of his Master, he secretly studies the ways of the Sith, while publicly rising to power in the galactic government, first as Senator, then as Chancellor, and eventually as Emperor.
Darth Plagueis and Darth Sidious, Master and acolyte, target the galaxy for domination—and the Jedi Order for annihilation. But can they defy the merciless Sith tradition? Or will the desire of one to rule supreme, and the dream of the other to live forever, sow the seeds of their destruction?
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Wow! Once again James Luceno has confirmed my belief that he is the best Star Wars author. I loved how the plot synced with other novels e.g Cloak of Deception, where an event that is taking place in another novel is being referenced at the same time in this one. Loose ends, such as Sifo-Dyas and the clone army, and character expansions, such as Darth Maul and King Veruna, will greatly interest Star Wars fans.
It was refreshing to read from the point of view of the Sith for a change. Darth Plagueis was a most intriguing character. The machinations of the Sith were complex and how they turned out was riveting to read.
Definitely one of my favourite Star Wars books, if not THE favourite.
It was refreshing to read from the point of view of the Sith for a change. Darth Plagueis was a most intriguing character. The machinations of the Sith were complex and how they turned out was riveting to read.
Definitely one of my favourite Star Wars books, if not THE favourite.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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A more appropriate title for this book may well have been Episode 0:The Rise of Palpatine as really the novel is about him. The book occurs in three parts firstly Darth Plagueis' final moments as an apprentice to Darth Tenebrous and his discovery of Palpatine, then ten years or so later as the two Sith's machinations continue. Finally the story arrives just before The Phantom Menace and shadows episode 1 through to its climax.
The novel is rich in Star Wars culture with many familiar characters from the films present. Particularly enjoyable are the chapters with the as yet uncorrupted Dooku and the tying up of a few loose threads from episode 1 and 2.
The novel is rich in Star Wars culture with many familiar characters from the films present. Particularly enjoyable are the chapters with the as yet uncorrupted Dooku and the tying up of a few loose threads from episode 1 and 2.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is a book I really enjoyed reading and on the way picking up a few answers to questions of the films that I'd asked myself and friends. I don't want to give spoilers away, so I will simply say that this book is effectively the prequel to Episode 1.
I would happily recommend this to any Star Wars fans, especially those that enjoyed the Darth Bane trilogy and want to learn about the Star Wars story from the Sith's point of view - After all you need to hear both sides of a story to form a fair opinion :-)
For non Star Wars fans it's also a good read and in terms of the story you don't need to have read Star Wars books based before or after this book in the Star Wars timeline - It does add more if you have read those books based before it or in the same period, but not essential. Granted if you don't know anything about Jedi or Sith and the Force you'll be a little confused perhaps to start with.
Excellent :-)
I would happily recommend this to any Star Wars fans, especially those that enjoyed the Darth Bane trilogy and want to learn about the Star Wars story from the Sith's point of view - After all you need to hear both sides of a story to form a fair opinion :-)
For non Star Wars fans it's also a good read and in terms of the story you don't need to have read Star Wars books based before or after this book in the Star Wars timeline - It does add more if you have read those books based before it or in the same period, but not essential. Granted if you don't know anything about Jedi or Sith and the Force you'll be a little confused perhaps to start with.
Excellent :-)
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Great stuff from Luceno
I always enjoy James Luceno's work, but he's reached a new level with this book. Dark, menacing, plotting, twisted, this book expenses Sidious and Plagues as manipulators... Read more
Published 15 days ago by Mark WIlson
The Force is strong with this one
One of the best Star Wars book yet!! Great insight in to the backgrounds of Darth Plagueis, Sideos and Maul. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mr. S. R. King
Absolutely worth feading
If you're a star wars fan, this is a must-read!!!!!
It gives you all the info you need to fully understand
the events leading to Episode 1 as well as the emperor's side... Read more
It gives you all the info you need to fully understand
the events leading to Episode 1 as well as the emperor's side... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Savvas Kleanthous
A different side of Star Wars.
James Luceno has produced a number of Star Wars novels to date, each of which seems to offer something a little bit different to the Star Wars EU, although one trait they do have... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Tebras Dentro
Awesome
A truly great book.
All the players of the drama taking their positions on stage for the final acts (films).
All the players of the drama taking their positions on stage for the final acts (films).
Published 1 month ago by PT
A fantastic read
I'll admit I haven't read many Star Wars books, I have read Shadows of the Empire, and this is as good if not better. Read more
Published 2 months ago by New Reader
Not so hot!
The writing style seemed to me to vary through the book, ranging from simple to complex using words not often found in Star Wars novels - words which I understood but they seemed... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jacqui G
Hard to read
I got this book because i'm a huge star wars fan and loved the idea about reading about good old Darth Plagueis. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Squeekish
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This rating is for Amazon not the book - I'm expecting that it's another excellent James Luceno book but I can't tell you that because I'm living in the UK. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Livia G
This has to be made into a film...
..and it should be made into a series that is for "adults" only.
Lets face it, if this excellent and gripping book was to be turned into a film (and I demand that it... Read more
Lets face it, if this excellent and gripping book was to be turned into a film (and I demand that it... Read more
Published 2 months ago by chrisdbarnett
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