Star Wars The Mask of Fear Reign of..., Alexander Freed
Star Wars The Mask of Fear Reign of..., Alexander Freed
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Star Wars: The Mask of Fear (Reign of the Empire)

Author: Alexander Freed

Series: Star Wars: Reign of the Empire #1

Narrator: January LaVoy

Unabridged: 16 hr 29 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download (DRM Protected)

Published: 02/25/2025


Synopsis

Before the Rebellion, the Empire reigns, in book one of a trilogy told through the eyes of Mon Mothma, Bail Organa, and Saw Gerrera—for fans of Andor.

“In order to ensure the security and continuing stability, the Republic will be reorganized into the first Galactic Empire! For a safe and secure society!”
 
With one speech and thunderous applause, Chancellor Palpatine brought the era of the Republic crashing down. In its place rose the Galactic Empire. Across the galaxy, people rejoiced and celebrated the end of war—and the promises of tomorrow. But that tomorrow was a lie. Instead, the galaxy became twisted by the cruelty and fear of the Emperor’s rule.
 
During that terrifying first year of tyranny, Mon Mothma, Saw Gerrera, and Bail Organa face the encroaching darkness. One day, they will be three architects of the Rebel Alliance. But first, each must find purpose and direction in a changing galaxy, while harboring their own secrets, fears, and hopes for a future that may never come unless they act.

About The Author

Alexander Freed is the author of the Star Wars: Alphabet Squadron trilogy, Star Wars: Battlefront: Twilight Company, and the novelization of Star Wars: Rogue One and has written many short stories, comic books, and video games. Born near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he currently resides in San Francisco, California. He enjoys the city’s culture, history, and secrets, but he misses snow.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Kat on March 22, 2025

Alright, here we are with Star Wars’ latest cash grab (take this with a grain of salt, but I am disappointed I didn’t enjoy this more). When this novel was announced in 2024 as the first of a new trilogy set between the events of Ep III and Rogue One, starring Mon Mothma and Bail Organa, some of my f......more

Goodreads review by Jonathan on February 28, 2025

This book is perfect for fans of Andor, as it has political intrigue, sabotaging spycraft, and themes about standing up to governments, in more ways than one. The book is structured with three main character POVs: Mon Mothma, Bail Organa and Soujen. The book regularly alternates between these three......more

Goodreads review by Dominic on January 11, 2025

As a political scientist, I’ve always been interested in the depiction of politics in the Star Wars Galaxy. I enjoyed Chris Kempshall’s The History and Politics of Star Wars, and rate Claudia Grey’s Bloodline as one of the best Star Wars novels of the past decade. So, I was understandably excited wh......more

Goodreads review by Kamarie on February 24, 2025

Thank you Netgalley and Random House Worlds for allowing me to read this ARC! I feel very lucky to have been allowed to read this. This book was fantastic! I was drawn in by the idea of getting to see more from a few personal favorite characters, Mon and Bail, and how things faired for them mere mom......more

Goodreads review by Brooks on March 02, 2025

Reign of the Empire: The Mask of Fear by Alexander Freed may be the first book in a new Star Wars trilogy, but it can also hold its own serve as a complete story. If the phrase “Star Wars is political” triggers you, this likely isn’t the book for you. If that phrase excites you and you’re a fan of t......more