Luke Skywalker and the Shadows of Mindor is a self-contained novel penned by Matthew Stover, recounting the events of the Battle of Mindor. Initially, its hardcover publication was planned for February 2008 through Del Rey, but the release date was subsequently adjusted to October 21 before it was ultimately launched on December 30. The paperback version then became available on February 23, 2010.
- ISBN 9780345477446 ; Hardcover with 336 pages, released on December 30, 2008 by Random House.
- ISBN 978802523407 ; EGMONT ČR published this 266-page Czech paperback ( Luke Skywalker a stíny Mindoru ) on November 18, 2009.
- ISBN 9788416090747 ; A 408-page Spanish paperback ( Luke Skywalker y las sombras de Mindor ) released by Planeta DeAgostini Cómics on February 3, 2015.
With Emperor Palpatine and Darth Vader now deceased, the Rebel Alliance has victoriously overthrown the Empire, leading to the rise of the New Republic. Nevertheless, the battle against the dark side and the Sith order persists. Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, Lando Calrissian, along with their devoted allies, have scarcely enjoyed their triumph before being summoned to safeguard the newly liberated galaxy.
Formidable remnants of the defeated Empire, yearning for vengeance, remain at large, engaging in piracy, terrorism, and widespread massacres against the emerging Republic's worlds. The most lethal among these is a merciless legion of stormtroopers clad in black armor, carrying out the brutal commands of the newly emerged warlord, Shadowspawn. Operating from a strategically advantageous position on the planet Mindor, they are conducting campaigns of looting and devastation, dismantling order and security throughout the galaxy, and instilling fears of a renewed Imperial presence. General Luke Skywalker cannot and will not permit another era of darkness under the oppressive rule of Sith despotism.
Luke, Han, and Leia, accompanied by the reliable Chewbacca, Threepio, and Artoo-Detoo, mobilize the elite pilots of Rogue Squadron to confront the enemy at their stronghold and eliminate the threat before it escalates. Unbeknownst to them, their impending assault on Mindor will directly serve their cunning new adversary's purposes. Lord Shadowspawn is not a recently appointed Sith Chieftain but rather a malevolent former Imperial Intelligence officer—and a Prophet of the Dark Side. The Emperor's demise has facilitated Shadowspawn's return from exile in the Outer Rim. His command of ancient Sith knowledge coupled with modern technology has equipped him to orchestrate the ultimate power grab for galactic dominion. Dark prophecy has indicated that only one obstacle stands in his path, and he is prepared—even eager—for the confrontation.
Experience the timeless heroes, the heart-stopping action and adventure, and the unparalleled excitement of Star Wars, vividly brought to life as the saga of Luke Skywalker continues.