Catalyst: A Rogue One Novel is the complete, spoken-word edition of the canon novel bearing the same title, penned by James Luceno. Jonathan Davis lent his voice to the audiobook, which was brought to listeners by Random House Audio on November 15, 2016. Kevin Thomsen served as director, while Aaron Blank took on the role of producer.
James Luceno, a highly regarded Star Wars author, is back with a gripping story of ambition and treachery, setting the stage for Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.
The galaxy is being torn apart by war. The Republic and Separatists have been fighting across the stars for years, each developing increasingly lethal technology to secure victory. Orson Krennic, a key member of Chancellor Palpatine's top-secret Death Star project, is driven to create a superweapon before the enemy does. Galen Erso, a brilliant scientist and an old acquaintance of Krennic, may hold the key.
Galen's research into energy has garnered the attention of both Krennic and his adversaries, making him a vital player in the galactic conflict. However, after Krennic saves Galen, his wife Lyra, and their young daughter Jyn from Separatist abduction, the Erso family finds themselves heavily indebted to Krennic. Subsequently, Krennic presents Galen with an unparalleled opportunity: to pursue his scientific investigations with unlimited resources at his disposal. While Galen and Lyra are under the impression that his energy research will be used for purely benevolent purposes, Krennic harbors ulterior motives that will ultimately bring the Death Star to fruition. Ensnared in their benefactor's ever-tightening grip, the Ersos must unravel Krennic's intricate web of deceit to protect themselves and the galaxy.
- ISBN 9780451486189 ; November 15 , 2016 ; Random House Audio ; Compact disc [4]
- ISBN 9780451486196 ; November 15, 2016; Random House Audio; Audiobook download [1]