A new novel from the Star Wars universe - for the first time in Russian! When the Rebellion defeated the Empire in the skies above Endor, Leia Organa hoped that this triumph would be the beginning of lasting peace. But decades of ugly power struggles in the New Republic Senate and a stalemate with the guerrilla movement have made that hope a distant memory. Now a respected senator, Leia must contend with both the external and internal dangers that threaten the young democracy. A criminal underground, corrupt politicians and military units loyal to the Empire are wreaking havoc in the Galaxy. The strife-torn Senate decides to elect a First Senator, hoping that a strong leader will bring the galaxy to harmony. As the daughter of Darth Vader, Leia is deeply distrustful of the idea of creating such a powerful figure, even if she was asked to serve in this role. But a new enemy is capable of making it so that Leia has no choice...