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Star Wars: Specter of the Past: The Hand of Thrawn, Book 1

By: Timothy Zahn
Narrated by: Marc Thompson
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Hugo Award-winning author Timothy Zahn makes his triumphant return to the Star Wars(r) universe in this first of an epic new two-volume series in which the New Republic must face its most dangerous enemy yet--a dead Imperial warlord.

The Empire stands at the brink of total collapse. But they have saved their most heinous plan for last. First a plot is hatched that could destroy the New Republic in a bloodbath of genocide and civil war. Then comes the shocking news that Grand Admiral Thrawn--the most cunning and ruthless warlord in history--has apparently returned from the dead to lead the Empire to a long-prophesied victory. Facing incredible odds, Han and Leia begin a desperate race against time to prevent the New Republic from unraveling in the face of two inexplicable threats--one from within and one from without. Meanwhile, Luke teams up with Mara Jade, using the Force to track down a mysterious pirate ship with a crew of clones. Yet, perhaps most dangerous of all, are those who lurk in the shadows, orchestrating a dark plan that will turn the New Republic and the Empire into their playthings.

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Editorial reviews

"Longtime fans should get considerable pleasure from this addition to the saga." ( Publishers Weekly)

Critic reviews

"Zahn turns in his usual high-caliber performance." ( Library Journal)

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Which character – as performed by Marc Thompson – was your favorite?

I love the talon Kardde voice. Also I like the Han, Luke, and leia have the same voice across his books.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes it was.

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I liked it so much that I nearly downloaded the abridged version while waiting for audible to add the unabridged version.

Couldn't wait for more!!

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Love the Thrawn character and I was happy to listen on how the writers brought new life to him here. Also to see some more friendly faces like Talon Karrde and Mara Jade back makes this a great listen.

Keeping Thrawn alive.

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This has everything I loved in Timothy Zahn's Heir To The Empire trilogy- great story, characterization, Mark Thompson's incredible voice talents- even sound effects and Jihn Williams music!

Everything you want from great Zahn Star Wars!

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Marc Thompson is one of the best audio book narrators I have listened to! I've enjoyed all of his books that much more, cause of his voices and inflections!

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I was very happy to see there were more books following the thrawn series and these are the same quality

loved it!

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one of my favorites so far in all the star wars audio books. please make more

F****** Awesome Star wars trilogy

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Marc Thompson is such a spectacular reader. When listening to him it's as though I'm actually a part of what's going on. Wonderful story looking forward to finishing it in Vision of the future

Great performance

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Even if it's not canon. This whole saga is great. A must for fans and if you are not a cooling appliance it's good too.

A great continuation

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thought the narrator did a good job. without spoilers, not quite what I was expecting, but a great read(listen) all the same

Great follow-up to the first thrawn trilogy

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Great story, original and new characters are well written, Marc Thompson is awesome! Looking forward to the next book.

The real sequel trilogy!

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