Based on unproduced episodes of Star Wars: The Clone Wars this new novel features Asajj
Ventress former Sith apprentice turned bounty hunter and one of the great antiheroes in the
Star Wars galaxy. The only way to bring down the Sith's most dangerous warrior may be to join
forces with the dark side. In the war for control of the galaxy between the armies of the dark
side and the Republic former Jedi Master turned ruthless Sith Lord Count Dooku has grown ever
more brutal in his tactics. Despite the powers of the Jedi and the military prowess of their
clone army the sheer number of fatalities is taking a terrible toll. And when Dooku orders the
massacre of a flotilla of helpless refugees the Jedi Council feels it has no choice but to
take drastic action: targeting the man responsible for so many war atrocities Count Dooku
himself. But the ever-elusive Dooku is dangerous prey for even the most skilled hunter. So the
Council makes the bold decision to bring both sides of the Force's power to bear-pairing brash
Jedi Knight Quinlan Vos with infamous one-time Sith acolyte Asajj Ventress. Though Jedi
distrust for the cunning killer who once served at Dooku's side still runs deep Ventress's
hatred for her former master runs deeper. She's more than willing to lend her copious talents
as a bounty hunter-and assassin-to Vos's quest. Together Ventress and Vos are the best hope
for eliminating Dooku-as long as the emerging feelings between them don't compromise their
mission. But Ventress is determined to have her retribution and at last let go of her dark Sith
past. Balancing the complicated emotions she feels for Vos with the fury of her warrior's
spirit she resolves to claim victory on all fronts-a vow that will be mercilessly tested by
her deadly enemy . . . and her own doubt. Praise for Dark Disciple Reading Dark Disciple really
feels like you're watching some of the best episodes of The Clone Wars.-EUCantina Emotionally
charged . . . Christie Golden does a wonderful job of capturing the characters.-Roqoo Depot A
cool inclusion into the Star Wars mythos . . . Ventress and Vos have a cool and compelling
dynamic and are used to explore more of what it means to flirt with the Dark Side of the
Force.-IGN [The Clone Wars have been] a huge part of the Star Wars brand for years and
[Christie] Golden manages to craft a story worthy of the themes and characters that fans have
come to relate to. . . . [She] uses this opportunity to craft Dark Disciple into a spy
espionage thriller.-Tech Times Golden especially excelled at bringing Ventress's biting but
appealing personality to life. . . . She's very much a woman trying to find her way and Dark
Disciple adds nuance.-Nerdist Smart captivating and unforgettable . . . among the finest in
Star Wars storytelling.-Coffee with Kenobi
