Star Wars Visions: Ronin

A Visions Novel (Inspired by The Duel)

By: Emma Mieko Candon

Narrated by: Joel de la Fuente

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A mysterious former Sith wanders the galaxy in this stunning Star Wars tale, an original novel inspired by the world of The Duel from the Star Wars Visions animated anthology.

The Jedi are the most loyal servants of the Empire.

Two decades ago, Jedi clans clashed in service to feuding lords. Sickened by this endless cycle, a sect of Jedi rebelled, seeking to control their own destiny and claim power in service of no master. They called themselves Sith.

The Sith rebellion failed, succumbing to infighting and betrayal, and the once rival lords unified to create an Empire . . . but even an Empire at peace is not free from violence.

Far on the edge of the Outer Rim, one former Sith wanders, accompanied only by a faithful droid and the ghost of a less civilized age. He carries a lightsaber, but claims lineage to no Jedi clan, and pledges allegiance to no lord. Little is known about him, including his name, for he never speaks of his past, nor his regrets. His history is as guarded as the red blade of destruction he carries sheathed at his side.

As the galaxy's perpetual cycle of violence continues to interrupt his self-imposed exile, and he is forced to duel an enigmatic bandit claiming the title of Sith, it becomes clear that no amount of wandering will ever let him outpace the specters of his former life.

I think I enjoyed it

First of all, I really enjoyed the non-canon alternate universe created by this story. The Jedi/Sith dynamic feels more authentic and fleshed out than the canon one. I enjoyed the story, for the most part, but a lot of it happens in conversations so it was hard to remember what was happening or where the characters were sometimes. The performance was great save for those awkward chapter transitions that often killed the momentum or mood.

Great novel, just one thing

they really shouldn't use previously existing Star Wars music for these. Keeps ripping you out of this story and reminding you of the movies the tracks are from.

decent

there are a lot better Star wars books out there however this was still a decent read and worth the time

Star Wars: The way Kirusawa would have done it!

A fantastic continuation of the Duel that we were introduced to in 'Star Wars: Visions, The Duel'. I really hope that we get to see more of the Ronin and his 'family' of companions, especially B5-56.

Meh storyline

I was excited but as it went on it was a struggle to wanna finish.