Star Wars’ Andor Prequel Highlights Its Most Relentless Rebel in New Look
Random House Worlds has released Edge of the Abyss, the second book in the Reign of the Empire trilogy, expanding the Star Wars universe with a prequel to the acclaimed Andor series. Written by Rebecca Roanhorse, the novel focuses on Mon Mothma, Bail Organa, and Saw Gerrera as they navigate thirteen years of Imperial occupation in the period leading up to the events of A New Hope.
Set one year before the events of Andor, the trilogy targets mature Star Wars fans seeking grounded, character-driven narratives centered on spies, soldiers, and mercenaries rather than Force-wielding Jedi and Sith. This approach fills a gap in Star Wars expanded universe content, offering stories comparable to the gritty realism of Rogue One and the Andor television series.
The Reign of the Empire trilogy represents an attempt to deepen the lore around the Rebel Alliance’s early resistance efforts and the moral complexities of working against the Empire. By following these three iconic characters through the darker years of Imperial rule, the books explore how ordinary people—and extraordinary individuals—resist authoritarian regimes beyond the scope of the main saga.