Rating: 
Summary: Deeply Impressed
Review: I was happily suprised to pull up other reviews of this book and find them glowing (as well they should be) since I came here with the intention of defending this story against all the "who cares about a book from a VIDEO GAME" people.
To set the record straight (briefly) I'm a hard core gamer, an avid reader and an airforce firearms instructor.
I'm not here to rack up praise for this novel just because I loved the game (though it was spectacular! anxiously awaiting the second chapter) but because it deserves a glowing review.
When I first heard about the book I was truly worried. I was too enthralled with the game to pass up a chance for a deeper look into the story but I was very concerned as to the quality of the writing. My first thought was "gimick", but I took the plunge anyway.
I can now say how thrilled I am to be proved wrong.
Nylund did more than just fill in the background, he truly captured the essence of the story. This is a novel first and foremost, not just "video game hype". A work that easily stands on its own (With one exception, but I'm getting there).
Nor do we simply follow the chief around growing up and getting a shiny green suit. The whole Halo universe is built up and explained - the chief's 'recruitment', training and operations together with his fellow teammates (the SPARTANS) is detailed along with the first encounters with the Covenant, fleet engagements (it's fun to find out where Captain Keyes came from and his involved history with the MasterChief) and the general history of the human race up to the point where the game picks up. You also get a more solid feel for the precarious nature of our situation that the game only hints at.
The one shortcoming (if you choose to call it that, as some have) is that, while this story is a prequel, some experience with the game is necessary for the purposes of visualization. What I mean is that Nylund expects you to know what things LOOK like before you start reading, so he doesn't go into a lot of description of things that were present in the game. If you don't know what a warthog, hunter or Mojolnir suit look like before you start, you might be a little lost. If you've played the game for even a few hours, you should have little difficulty, however, and even just looking at the box art on the game as well as the book cover should give you some frame of reference (assuming you haven't played the game yet... and why not???)
In summary, this is a book much deserving of praise. There was obviously a lot of thought and research put into the creation of a truly solid story.
So if you're intrested in the world of Halo (as well as a little foreshadowing on the second game - Mr. Nylund worked with microsoft and bungie on this if I'm not mistaken) then ignore the "Video games are for kids" evil stigma and pick up an original, engrossing and fun book.
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Summary: this is a book that youl enjoy even if you havent playe halo
Review: I got this book about a week ago, and i normally hate reading but i almost finished the book on the forst day its so good it explains the whole backround of the spartans and gives you a whole new prspective on HALO.
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Summary: Halo is really cool but...
Review: ... I have a different reason for placing this 'review'.
I'm wondering whether LST Vankan from Hoensbroek (NL) is called Lars, and whether he lives/lived in the Kouvenderstraat several years ago.If so (and if he's reading this by any chance), can you contact me? I wonder how you're doing... See ya,
Rating:
Summary: One Of The Best
Review: This Book is one of the BEST books I Ever Read! It is exciting from start to end! BUY THIS BOOK!
Rating:
Summary: Awesome
Review: This is one of the best books i've ever read. It explains alot and does it well. It describes every scene perfectly and puts a crystal clear image of what is going on in your head...buy it today!
Rating:
Summary: My My My
Review: Well, what is there to say. Well lets put it this way, if you liked halo, well then you'll definately love this book (note to the authors, Good job!!!!!!)
Rating:
Summary: Awesome
Review: To start with, I have HALO the game. This book tells you more about the game then you could ever imagine. It's extremly true to the game(and I highly recomend the game for mature children and most adults) in all ways. The book even tells you Mastercheif's name!
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Summary: Halo: The Fall of Reach
Review: Simply amazing!!! If you like the video game that is.
Rating:
Summary: Halo: The Fall of Reach
Review: Simply amazing!!! If you really like the video game that is.
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Summary: halo
Review: This is a very good book. It starts off strong and stays that way. Hard to put down. before you know it youve read fifty pages. It has a very good plot and is and overall great book
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