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In this Young Adult entry of the Star Wars canon, fourteen‑year‑old Anakin Skywalker is celebrated for his Force sensitivity, lightsaber prowess and legendary piloting. Though he shows great promise, Anakin still has much to learn, and Obi‑Wan Kenobi is called upon to guide him.
An unexpected mission threatens a planet with a toxic disaster, separating Obi‑Wan and Anakin. Anakin must team up with three other apprentices—among them a rival—to survive and defend the planet. As danger escalates, Anakin’s instincts guide him, but uncertainty clouds his decisions.
These trials shape Anakin’s destiny and set the stage for the future of the galaxy, marking pivotal events in his development as a Jedi.
First publish date: April 23, 2002
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Jude Watson
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