Not since Emperor Palpatine have the Jedi battled such monstrous
evil. Unless they succeed against staggering odds, the galaxy is
doomed.
Luke Skywalker's daring mission to halt the Yuuzhan Vong's nefarious
plot to overthrow the New Republic is struggling on all fronts. And time
is slipping away for Han and Leia Organa Solo, trapped on a small planet
whose rulers are about to yield to Yuuzhan Vong pressure to give up the
Jedi rebels.
On Coruscant, Luke and Mara Jade Skywalker have made a shocking
discovery that is preventing the Yuuzhan Vong from exerting complete
control. But when the enemy tracks them down, Luke and Mara are thrust
into a fierce battle for their lives. Suddenly, the chances of escaping
appear nearly impossible. And in space, another battle rages, one that
holds ominous consequences for the New Republic--and for the Jedi
themselves. . . .