Promises

 
By:  Nancy Richardson
Published by Boulevard Books
April 1996

Before she joined the Academy, Anakin's friend Tahiri lived with a strange and dangerous tribe.  She knows nothing of her real parents--or how she came to live with the treacherous Tusken Raiders.  Tahiri knew the day would come when she's learn everything about her past...and that day has come!
But first, Tahiri must prove she's worthy.  And that means she must complete a deadly task that will test her skills her skills as a warrior and a Jedi Knight.  With Anakin by her side, she will have to use the Force like never before.
If Tahiri succeeds, she will learn how her parents lived--and died.  But if she fails, she and Anakin may have to pay the ultimate price...


A Deadly Calm

    Anakin sensed Tahiri's presence.  He raised his face and peered into the darkness.  Slowly he rose to his knees, then gained his feet.  Tahiri stepped out of the shadows and moved to Anakin's side.  The side of his academy jumpsuit was drenched in blood, and Tahiri stifled a cry.  Anakin grasped her hand tightly, and for a brief moment their eyes met.  The look they exchanged was one of calm and resolve.  They would fight the dragon together. . . . 1