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James Luceno’s *Dark Lord: The Rise of Darth Vader* explores the turbulent period following *Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith*. Written for the Star Wars Legends continuity, the story focuses on the transformation of Anakin Skywalker into Darth Vader and his consolidation of power within the newly inaugurated Galactic Empire.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Science Fiction/Space Opera
Authors: James Luceno
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