Star Wars: Darth Plagueis

By: James Luceno

Narrated by: Daniel Davis

Length: 14 hrs and 45 mins

Publisher's summary

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?

©2012 James Luceno (P)2012 Random House Audio

great listen! fav legends book

if you liked the Bane Trilogy, you will absolutely love this book. love the story, the narration and the pace. totally worth the price. if you like Palpatine this is a must read, if you like Sith details and lore, must read. I first heard this whole book for free and afterwards I made my own account just to own the book. although this is a legends book, alot of what's said (if not all), is still in line with Disney Cannon. making this read all the more fun.

The Rise of Star Wars

This is the story of Star Wars that never made it to the Big Screen but should have. An exciting backstory answering the question of just how Palpatine and Darth Maul came to be as we see them in The Phantom Menace. The briefly mentioned "Darth Plagueis the Wise" from Revenge of the Sith gets his grandiose introduction and character development like never seen before. A worthy read with a narration done to perfection by Daniel Davis. Though classified as "Legends" or "Expanded Universe" by Disney proclamation alone, this story is firmly in Non Canon In Name Only territory and refutes nothing of the official story while giving readers everything they have been wondering since the prequel trilogy hit theaters. Do yourself a Star Wars Fanatic favor and add this to your Library!!!

Very well done!

I really enjoyed this inside story into Darth Sidious and how he came to be; I found myself smirking whenever Sidious’ actions turned the tide to his favor...such a great character. I’ll admit that some of the political talk went over my head but it didn’t take away from understand the story; I mean come on, how can you not have the politics when writing about Darth Sidious. Good stuff! The voice over was spot on; loved his Darth Plagueis voice!

fun to listen to

reminded me of early radio shows. great production with music and sound effects. need more

Star Wars at its best

In this book you’ve got a great Star Wars story (highly recommended as for how this story aligns with the whole of the Star Wars universe) but you’ve also got the Star Wars music and sound effects (NOT part of every book!) -and- the hugely talented Daniel Davis with his many and varied voices. Thanks!

Totally answers all my Star Wars questions

very well done. i really enjoyed the character voices. It was very easy to listen and follow.

The Plague spread

Absolutely engaged throughout the whole book. Love to see Sith perspective as well as some crucial info preceding the prequel trilogy. Might have to start the story over! Also loved the parallels with modern day politics, albeit obvious references but very cool to define politics in the prequel trilogy in a relatable way. Fingers crossed for plagueis to be uber in the new trilogy!

Narrator is amazing!

Loved it! Fills in the back story of one of the most interesting characters in the star wars universe: Palpatine.

Quite a story!

Watch the dark side if the force unfold! Excitement, intrigue and true fun! Loved every minute if it!

Awesome!

Great story telling! It was thrilling and seductive to see the Dark Side's rise to power!