Cloak of Deception
A prequel to The Phantom Menace exploring political intrigue.
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Cloak of Deception is a 2001 science fiction novel by American author James Luceno, set in the Star Wars galaxy. It serves as a prequel to Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, taking place 32.5 years before Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope. The cover art was created by Steven Anderson.
Synopsis
The Galactic Republic is declining, mired in greed, corruption, and bureaucracy. In outlying systems, the Trade Federation controls shipping routes, causing rising tensions, while few senators on Coruscant investigate the problem.
Some suspect Supreme Chancellor Valorum of involvement, especially after Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi foil an assassination attempt on him. Valorum calls an emergency trade summit, where conspiracies flourish. Unknown to most, three Trade Federation members ally with the Sith lord Darth Sidious, who harbors far more terrifying plans.
Did You Know?
- While writing, Luceno accessed screenplay drafts and concept art of Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones.
- Cloak of Deception marked the first chronological appearance of many Attack of the Clones characters, including the Techno Union and other Separatists.
- The paperback edition included a 15-page excerpt of Enemy Lines: Rebel Dream.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cloak of Deception published?
Cloak of Deception was published on May 29, 2001.
Who published Cloak of Deception?
Cloak of Deception was published by Del Rey Books.
Which book follows Cloak of Deception?
Cloak of Deception is followed by Darth Maul: Shadow Hunter.
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Sources
Compiled from Wikipedia and the sources listed below. Text from Wikipedia is available under CC BY-SA 4.0; this entry is adapted from it.
- Wikipedia: Cloak of Deception (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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