The New Rebellion (Star Wars Ser. ; 1)) - Hardcover

Han Solo and Chewbacca uncover a plot against the New Republic in the wake of an explosion on Coruscant, while Luke confronts a sinister foe who is determined to spark a holocaust and become the new emperor. 225,000 first printing. $225,000 ad/promo.

g author Kristine Kathryn Rusch brings her remarkable talents to the Star Wars(r) universe, where the New Republic faces sudden and total annihilation....

Somewhere in the galaxy, millions suddenly perish--a disruption of the Force so shocking it is felt by Luke at his Jedi academy and by Leia on Coruscant.  While Leia must deal with an assassination attempt, a rumored plot against the New Republic, and allegations that Han Solo is involved, Luke seeks out a former Jedi student who may hold the key to the mass destruction.  But Brakiss is only the bait in a deadly trap set by a master of the dark side who is determined to rule as emperor.  He's targeted Luke, Leia, and Leia's Jedi children to die.  Then billions will follow, in a holocaust unequaled in galactic history.
From the Paperback edition.