The Deadly Hunter, penned by Jude Watson, represents the eleventh installment within the Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice collection of novels aimed at younger readers. Every book in this set, with the singular exception of the inaugural title, The Rising Force, authored by Dave Wolverton, has been crafted by Jude Watson. The series delves into the escapades experienced by Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi leading up to the events of Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace.
Her identity remains a mystery. The timing of her attacks is unpredictable. The only certainty is her lethal skill as a bounty hunter—and her current assignment has brought her to Coruscant, the Jedi's base of operations.
Her objective: a long-time acquaintance of Qui-Gon Jinn.
Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan Kenobi, his apprentice, try to apprehend her...but their efforts are unsuccessful. Consequently, they themselves become her prey.