Empire's End by Chuck Wendig

This novel concludes a thrilling trilogy set in the iconic Star Wars universe, following the aftermath of the original film trilogy. It centers on the final stand of the Galactic Empire, led by the cunning and ruthless Grand Admiral Rae Sloane, against the fledgling New Republic. As the Empire retreats to the remote planet of Jakku, characters from both sides of the conflict, including the intrepid Norra Wexley and her band of Imperial hunters, converge for a climactic showdown. The story weaves together personal vendettas, political intrigue, and the fate of the galaxy, culminating in a battle that sets the stage for the emergence of the First Order. The 12174th greatest book of all time