Chaos Rising
Discover Thrawn’s origins within the Chiss Ascendancy in the first book in an epic new Star Wars trilogy from bestselling author Timothy Zahn.
Beyond the edge of the galaxy lies the Unknown Regions: chaotic, uncharted, and near impassable, with hidden secrets and dangers in equal measure. And nestled within its swirling chaos is the Ascendancy, home to the enigmatic Chiss and the Nine Ruling Families that lead them.
The peace of the Ascendancy, a beacon of calm and stability, is shattered after a daring attack on the Chiss capital that leaves no trace of the enemy. Baffled, the Ascendancy dispatches one of its brightest young military officers to root out the unseen assailants. A recruit born of no title, but adopted into the powerful family of the Mitth and given the name Thrawn.
With the might of the Expansionary Fleet at his back, and the aid of his comrade Admiral Ar’alani, answers begin to fall into place. But as Thrawn’s first command probes deeper into the vast stretch of space his people call the Chaos, he realizes that the mission he has been given is not what it seems.
And the threat to the Ascendancy is only just beginning.
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Timothy Zahn
Timothy Zahn is a name that has become synonymous with science fiction, particularly in the world of Star Wars literature. Born in 1951 in Chicago, Illinois, Zahn’s path to becoming one of the most respected authors in the genre was anything but ordinary. His early fascination with science fiction sparked a lifelong passion, leading him to pursue a career in writing that would eventually bring him global recognition.
Zahn first captured the imagination of readers with his Thrawn Trilogy, a cornerstone of Star Wars expanded universe fiction. His creation of Grand Admiral Thrawn, a brilliant and calculating villain, reinvigorated the Star Wars narrative in the 1990s, earning him widespread acclaim and solidifying his position as one of the franchise's key contributors. This trilogy helped pave the way for a whole generation of Star Wars fans and introduced a new era of storytelling in the Star Wars universe.
Star Wars: Thrawn Ascendancy
Star Wars: Thrawn Ascendancy consists of three books — considered a complete series. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
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