Set between the events ofReturn of the JediandThe Force Awakens,the never-before-told story that began withStar Wars: Aftermathcontinues in this thrilling novel, the second book of Chuck Wendigs bestselling trilogy.

It is a dark time for the Empire. . . .

The Emperor is dead, and the remnants of his former Empire are in retreat. As the New Republic fights to restore a lasting peace to the galaxy, some dare to imagine new beginnings and new destinies. For Han Solo, that means settling his last outstanding debt, by helping Chewbacca liberate the Wookiees homeworld of Kashyyyk.

Meanwhile, Norra Wexley and her band of Imperial hunters pursue Grand Admiral Rae Sloane and the Empires remaining leadership across the galaxy. Even as more and more officers are brought to justice, Sloane continues to elude the New Republic, and Norra fears Sloane may be searching for a means to save the crumbling Empire from oblivion. But the hunt for Sloane is cut short when Norra receives an urgent request from Princess Leia Organa. The attempt to liberate Kashyyyk has carried Han Solo, Chewbacca, and a band of smugglers into an ambushresulting in Chewies capture and Hans disappearance.

Breaking away from their official mission and racing toward theMillennium Falcons last known location, Norra and her crew prepare for any challenge that stands between them and their missing comrades. But they cant anticipate the true depth of the danger that awaits themor the ruthlessness of the enemy drawing them into his crosshairs.