Thrawn is selected by Chiss to deal with the invaders. The young soldier is the best that the land has thus on his shoulders the burden of protecting the world is loaded. If he loses then the world had to kneel before the enemy.
If you like the character, then pick Thrawn (Star Wars) along with this book which will give you an enhanced picture of the soldier. Marc Thompson narrates in complete military-style because a big war is at hands and the forces from both sides are gathering on the rim for a showdown. One who will lose the battle will also lose everything that he previously holds dear.