Kwame Mbalia's Star Wars: The Last Order is an exciting young adult novel set after the events of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. It follows fan-favorite characters Finn and Jannah, both former stormtroopers, as they undertake a critical mission for the Resistance. Their goal is to rescue young passengers kidnapped by the First Order and track down the officer responsible for these heinous acts. The narrative skillfully weaves together a thrilling adventure with a deep dive into the characters' personal struggles, as Finn and Jannah must confront their complicated pasts as soldiers of an oppressive regime. This book is ideal for readers aged 12-18 who are already fans of the Star Wars universe, particularly those interested in the sequel trilogy characters. It offers a rich exploration of themes like identity, redemption, justice, and the courage it takes to fight for what's right, making it a compelling read for young adults navigating their own sense of self and purpose.
New York Times best-selling author Kwame Mbalia makes his Star Wars debut with this exciting YA novel! Following the end of Star Wars:The Rise of Skywalker, the Resistance rescues a ship full of young passengers who had been kidnapped by the First Order. As Finn and Jannah set out to find the First Order officer responsible before he can endanger any more children, the two former stormtroopers must wrestle with their own complicated pasts as soldiers of the oppressive regime. Take a deep dive into the pasts of popular characters Finn and Jannah in this richly-drawn, action-packed story that fans have been asking for.