A New Hope: The Life of Luke Skywalker, penned by Ryder Windham, is a young adult book. It hit shelves in September of 2009, mirroring the format of earlier biographical works like The Rise and Fall of Darth Vader and The Life and Legend of Obi-Wan Kenobi. At the book's conclusion, readers will find a sneak peek of Rebel Force: Target.
Born in secrecy, he was raised thinking he was an orphan. Under the watchful eye of an enigmatic recluse, he would unlock extraordinary powers. And by embracing optimism where others saw only darkness, he would bring equilibrium back to the galaxy.
This is the celebrated tale of Luke Skywalker, spanning from his early years on Tatooine to his intense confrontation with his greatest adversary—himself.
During a mission with Princess Leia to Aridus, aimed at persuading the local Chubbits to align with the newly formed New Republic, Luke Skywalker reflects on his past. This occurs a few months following the Battle of Endor.