"As the galaxy descends into conflict, Separatists target the Republic's crucial cloning facility--and only a squadron of starfighters and a battalion of Jedi-led clone troopers stand in the way! Meanwhile, Naboo, home of Padmé Amidala, is the next Separatist target! How will General Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker react as the Clone Wars begin? And while the battle rages, Mace Windu struggles to reunite the divided Jedi! Peacemaker Shaak Ti takes the offensive! Aayla Secura goes undercover! Yoda holds the fate of the world in his hands! And Count Dooku pulls all the strings!"--Back cover.