Polygon reviews Star Wars: Legacy, a new novel by Madeleine Roux that aims to address unresolved questions and criticisms left by the sequel trilogy, particularly the divisive ending of The Rise of Skywalker in which Rey takes the Skywalker surname. Set between The Last Jedi and The Rise of Skywalker, the book explores Rey's search for identity and belonging, filling a narrative gap that many fans felt was poorly handled in the films.

The story follows Rey as she travels to the planet Tython, accompanied by Leia Organa, Chewbacca, R2-D2 and C3PO, seeking a Jedi forge to repair her damaged lightsaber. Along the way, Leia takes on the role of mentor left vacant by Luke's death, helping Rey confront her fears about the darkness within her, while also grappling with her own losses, including Han, Luke and Ben Solo. The novel is published by Random House Worlds.