The Clone Wars: Defenders of the Republic, a book aimed at young readers and penned by Rob Valois, draws its inspiration from the Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated TV show. Grosset & Dunlap initially released it on October 7, 2010.
This novel, taking place in the Star Wars: The Clone Wars universe, chronicles the journey of several clone troopers as they progress in their military careers, starting as trainees and eventually becoming highly skilled Advanced Recon Commando troopers.
Defenders of the Republic is an adaptation of The Clone Wars episodes titled Clone Cadets, Rookies, and Arc Troopers.