Outcast by Aaron Allston

This compilation of excerpts primarily centers on the Jedi Order and its members, particularly Luke Skywalker and his family, as they navigate complex challenges within the Galactic Alliance. The text features a significant storyline involving Valin Horn, who attacks his parents and is subsequently imprisoned, leading to investigations into his mysterious condition, possibly linked to Jacen Solo's past and an obscure Force technique. Concurrently, Luke faces a trial and exile from the Jedi Order, forcing him to appoint an interim leader and rely on allies like Han and Leia Solo to investigate the threats against the Jedi, which seemingly involve the Galactic Alliance Chief of State, Daala. The narrative also explores the Baran Do Sages, an ancient order of Force-users, as a potential source of answers for the Jedi, while also portraying a tense political climate and personal struggles among the main characters.