Halo

So the book started out great. Really tries to fit into the established Halo lore while still telling its own story. There are a few downsides however that made it very difficult for me to rate. First off it had a bit of an issue with pacing. The beginning was perfect, but then a few chapters would......more

A well-written book, but not my favourite. I'm docking a star because it feels like it's retreading ground already explored by Nylund's works, so it comes of as feeling like a fan-service compilation than a true story. The Covenant PoV is very well done. Unfortunately, it only takes up small snippet......more

I’m a huge Halo fan and I have got to say, this was such a good read (no pun intended). Really though, anyone who’s read the early Halo Novels knows that they feel different from the newest ones. It’s not the the new ones are bad, but I fell in love with the militaristic aspect of the originals and......more

I really enjoyed this book. Troy Denning has become my favorite Halo author from the stories that have emerged after Bungie's Halo 3. He seems to be the only one that understands the Halo lore and how it's supposed to sound and feel. He stays true to what makes Halo great while also bringing in new......more

3.5 Stars I'm NEW to this universe. I want to read a few of the novels...so that when i watch the Halo TV series in June, I will have a better understanding. I don't play video games, so I am not invested into this world. I've heard a LOT about the world...from a lot of my friends and their kids. I h......more