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  • Star Wars: Thrawn Ascendancy

  • Chaos Rising, Book 1
  • Written by: Timothy Zahn
  • Narrated by: Marc Thompson
  • Length: 15 hrs and 5 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (655 ratings)

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Star Wars: Thrawn Ascendancy

Written by: Timothy Zahn
Narrated by: Marc Thompson
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New York Times best seller

Discover Thrawn's origins within the Chiss Ascendancy in the first book in an epic new Star Wars trilogy from best-selling author Timothy Zahn.

Beyond the edge of the galaxy lies the Unknown Regions: chaotic, uncharted, and near impassable, with hidden secrets and dangers in equal measure. And nestled within its swirling chaos is the Ascendancy, home to the enigmatic Chiss and the Nine Ruling Families that lead them. The peace of the Ascendancy, a beacon of calm and stability, is shattered after a daring attack on the Chiss capital that leaves no trace of the enemy.

Baffled, the Ascendancy dispatches one of its brightest young military officers to root out the unseen assailants. A recruit born of no title, but adopted into the powerful family of the Mitth and given the name Thrawn. With the might of the Expansionary Fleet at his back, and the aid of his comrade Admiral Ar'alani, answers begin to fall into place. But as Thrawn's first command probes deeper into the vast stretch of space his people call the Chaos, he realizes that the mission he has been given is not what it seems. And the threat to the Ascendancy is only just beginning.

©2020 Timothy Zahn (P)2020 Random House Audio
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an absolute joy

marc thompson does it again with this exciting read of a new timothy zahn adventure with fan favorite character THRAWN. exploring his origins and youth gave interesting and fascinating incite into the charasmatic and brilliant commander. easily 10/10 can't wait for more

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Adventurous, Informative and Fun! Great narration!

Absolutely amazing. Love it all round. Very fun and adventurous! Can't wait for more! Love the Narration!

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Grand Admiral

Great story nice performance overall good listen. Im excited to listen to the series.

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Expected a little more

I like to compare his this, and his recent Thrawn books, to the one he dropped in 2017 - 'Thrawn' , and his originally Thrawn trilogy. This book, (and the last couple ones) just didn't stand up to those one's. I was really hoping for great things with this book, but I struggled to finish it.

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Probably my Favourite of the 4

Title says it all, having developed Thrawn in the first 3, I’m now more invested in him and the Chiss and loved learning more. Wish they drew the last few chapters out a bit more, but can’t wait for the the next one. Great voice performance as always.

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Love the Chiss Ascendancy!

I’m enjoying the backstory of Thrawn (love that he is a bit of an oddball who evolves into such a powerful character) but am really revelling in the unique Chiss Ascendancy structure. I hope the next two books provide more of the history of the civilization.
Again, I cannot say enough good things about Marc Thompson’s performance. Bravo!

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An absolute smash hit.

absolutely love it another killier combo from Timothy Zhan and beautifully spoken story by Marc Thompson. he will forever be the voice of Thrawn for me and I can't wait till the next book

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Thrawn back story

Love the back story intk Thrawns origins in Chiss society. Thrawn needs his own TV Show Disney take the hint!
The book gives an amazing look into Chiss Society and culture about family, the meaning of their names and how Chiss families influences politics and military position and standing in society.

This story tells a hugely important backstory of Thrawn and his origins, his strengths and shows his weaknesses within his own society making him not be Just a genius all the time like in the Empire.

Highly recommend this book audio or novel.
Narrator was great like he always is. I’ve listened to all of thrawns books in audio form. My first audiobooks and I havnt been disappointed at all.

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REALLY GOOD!!!

this novel was brilliant period it was nice to hear a little bit of thrawn's backstory. hands down, Mark Thompson has to be one of the best narrators for any Star wars novel.

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Excellent Trawn goodness.

Really fun book. Marc Thompson is fantastic as usual. Can’t wait to see where it leads.

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