Star Wars: The New Jedi Order: Destiny's Way

By: Walter Jon Williams

Narrated by: Jonathan Davis

Length: 6 hrs and 17 mins

Publisher's summary

The time of reckoning is close at hand. Events in the New York Times best-selling Star Wars The New Jedi Order series take a decisive turn, as the heroes of the New Republic prepare for their most volatile clash yet with the enemy - from without and within.

In the war against the ruthless Yuuzhan Vong, the fall of Coruscant leaves the New Republic divided by internal strife, and on the verge of bowing to conquest. But those who steadfastly refuse to consider surrender - Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Leia Organa Solo, and their children and comrades-in-arms - are determined to seize victory against overwhelming odds. And now, finally, there are signs that the tide may be turning in the New Republic's favor.

After capturing crucial Yuuzhan Vong intelligence, Jedi fighter-pilot Jaina Solo prepares to lead a daring surprise strike against an enemy flagship. Meanwhile, Jaina's brother, Jacen, liberated from the hands of the enemy and newly schooled in an even greater mastery of the Force by the Jedi Knight Vergere, is eagerly poised to bring his unique skills to bear against the invaders. And on Mon Calamari, the New Republic's provisional capital, the retired, ailing hero Admiral Ackbar has conceived a major tactical plan that could spell the beginning of a swift end for the Yuuzhan Vong.

Yet even as opposing squadrons face off in the depths of space, intrigue runs rampant - in the heated political race for Chief of State...in the shadows where Yuuzhan Vong spies plot assassinations...and in the inscrutable creature Vergere, a Jedi Knight whose allegiance is impossible to predict. And as Luke Skywalker sets about reestablishing the Jedi Council, the growing faction opposed to the ways of the Force unveils a terrifying weapon designed to annihilate the Yuuzhan Vong species. But in doing so, they may be dooming the New Republic to becoming the very thing it has sworn to fight against - and unleashing the power of the dark side.

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Critic reviews

"Jonathan Davis' skilled narration; the superior production quality, with its familiar sound effects and music; and the vivid story make this Star Wars entry wonderful entertainment, appropriate for the whole family." (AudioFile)

Great book

Wonderful read I love the details of the New Jedi Order I do wish there was a little more detail with some of the more established characters I wish Anakin Skywalker had more time progresses storyline I'm not sure I agree that he was killed off so early in the series none the less wonderful stories and great.

refreshing change in writing

Regarding the book, I enjoyed the various characters and situations. Not simply battle after battle. the Yuzan Vong where too humanized at times but their interactions served the story.

Well done

Very good narrated I give 5 stars all around narration was perfect so was the music

if you must read the Vong, read this one

as I work my way through the New Jedi Order this has probably been the second best in the series thus far. It was also nice that this one book was not so abridged as the others. Going through so many abridged books, you can tell you are missing things. This book felt more complete, was well written, had good characters, and was overall enjoyable.

Awesome, Jason is back and the solo clan restored.

The Vong are at a precipice and the Jedi have a secret weapon. Nom Anore has a final plan that the War master must obey. It is a trap, and the new republic will sacrifice all for a victory.

Just Wonderful

One word...AMAZING. That describes TNJO and all involved in a richly dense, but cohesive narrative that keeps the reader wanting more, and more.