Star Wars The Ascendancy Trilogy

The Star Wars The Ascendancy Trilogy is a book series written by Timothy Zahn that explores the backstory of the popular character Thrawn. The trilogy consists of three books: Thrawn Ascendancy: Chaos Rising, Thrawn Ascendancy: Greater Good, and Thrawn Ascendancy: Lesser Evil.
The series is set before the events of the original Star Wars trilogy and follows the rise of the Chiss Ascendancy, a powerful civilization in the Unknown Regions of the galaxy. The books center around Thrawn, a brilliant military strategist and member of the Chiss species, as he navigates the complex political landscape of his people and defends the Ascendancy from various threats.
Throughout the series, Thrawn faces challenges from rival factions within the Chiss Ascendancy, as well as external threats from pirates and other hostile forces. Along the way, he forms alliances with unlikely allies and learns to adapt his tactics to new situations.
Overall, the Star Wars The Ascendancy Trilogy provides a deeper understanding of Thrawn's backstory and offers a unique perspective on the Star Wars universe beyond the familiar settings and characters of the original trilogy.