Ranker Best Star Wars Novels

For beginners, 'A New Hope: The Princess, the Scoundrel, and the Farm Boy' is a great start. It's based on the events of the first movie but adds more details. Another good one is 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens - Before the Awakening'. It gives some backstory to the new characters in that movie.

One of the best superhero novels is 'Watchmen' by Alan Moore. It deconstructs the superhero concept in a really interesting way. The characters are complex and morally ambiguous, which makes for a great read.

I think 'Marvels' by Kurt Busiek is a top - notch superhero novel. It tells the story from the perspective of an ordinary person living in a world filled with superheroes. This unique perspective makes it stand out.

The ability to connect with the readers on an emotional level is important. 'My Favorite Thing Is Monsters' does this really well. It has a complex and relatable protagonist, and the story tackles themes like growing up, identity, and family in a way that makes you feel for the characters. Also, cultural significance can play a role. 'March' is a great example as it chronicles the civil rights movement and has educational value while also being an engaging read with great art.

I think 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling is a top choice. It has a magical world full of wonder, from Hogwarts School to the various spells and magical creatures. It's not just about magic but also about friendship, growing up, and facing the forces of darkness. Also, 'The Chronicles of Narnia' by C.S. Lewis is great. It takes readers to a different world through the wardrobe, with talking animals and a battle between good and evil that has a strong Christian allegory.

Some of the great Star Wars Clone Wars novels include 'The Clone Wars: Gambit - Stealth' and 'The Clone Wars: Gambit - Siege'. They offer exciting stories set within the Clone Wars era, with great character development and thrilling plotlines.

For me, 'Darth Plagueis' stands out. It delves deep into the Sith lore and adds a lot of depth to the Star Wars universe. Also, 'Thrawn' is highly regarded for its strategic and political intrigue.

One of the best Star Wars novels is 'Heir to the Empire' by Timothy Zahn. It really expanded the Star Wars universe post the original trilogy and introduced great new characters like Grand Admiral Thrawn, whose strategic mind made him a very formidable villain. It was also praised for its complex plot and how well it captured the essence of the Star Wars saga.

Some of the best Star Wars novels include 'Heir to the Empire' by Timothy Zahn. It's highly regarded as it expanded the Star Wars universe post the original trilogy in a really engaging way. Another great one is 'Darth Bane: Path of Destruction' which delves deep into the origins of the Sith and is full of dark and complex storylines. And 'Lost Stars' is also a favorite as it tells a story from the perspective of regular people in the Star Wars galaxy during the Galactic Civil War.

The novel 'Lost Stars' is also highly regarded. It tells the story of two childhood friends, Thane Kyrell and Ciena Ree, on opposite sides of the Galactic Civil War. It offers a different perspective on the events of the Star Wars saga, showing the war from the point of view of ordinary people caught up in the conflict.