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Jonathan Goff,B K Evenson,Eric Raab,Sparth,Levi Hoffmeier,Frank O'Connor | 320 pages | 31 Dec 2010 | Tor Books | 9780765354754 | English | New York, NY, United States Publication: Evolutions: Essential Tales of the Halo Universe

Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Want to Read saving…. Want to Read Currently Reading Read. Other editions. Enlarge cover. Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Open Preview See a Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 Details if other :. Thanks for telling us about the problem. Return to Book Page. Preview — Halo by Tobias S. Halo: Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 Volume I Halo 7. Buckell Goodreads Author. The original Halo: Evolutions, split into two volumes. This volume contains stories by: Tobias S. Buckell B. When the alien juggernaut known as the declared holy war upon The original Halo: Evolutions, split into two volumes. When the alien juggernaut known as the Covenant declared holy war upon the fragile human empire, millions of lives were lost—but, millions of heroes rose to the challenge. In such a far-reaching conflict, not many of the stories of these heroes, both human and alien, have a chance to become legend. This collection holds eleven stories that dive into the depths of the vast Halo universe, not only from the perspective of those who fought and died to save humanity, but also those who vowed Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 wipe humanity out of existence. Get A Copy. Paperbackpages. More Details Other Editions 3. Friend Reviews. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. To ask other readers questions about Haloplease sign up. Lists with This Book. Community Reviews. Showing Average rating 4. Rating details. More filters. Sort order. Start your review of Halo: Evolutions Volume I. Oct 08, Max Owsley rated it really liked it. I enjoyed most of the stories fairly well. Some I felt dragged on a little or I just had little interest in dirt and pariah. I really enjoyed the plot and characters of many of the stories stomping on the heels of a fuss, midnight in the heart of the Midlothian, and Dirt. The writing while mostly Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 can feel contrived such as the end of Stomping on the Heels of a Fuss and some of the lines from Head Hunters. Though they are few and far between. My favorite story in this is Midnight in the I enjoyed most of the stories fairly well. My least favorite but not disliked being Pariah. I enjoyed Soren's backstory but when we get past his removal from the spartan program it began to drag on a little and lost my interest. Jan 23, Andrew Smith rated it it was amazing Shelves: haloi-own. Very well done. They were short, but great, with the one about Cole being excellent. Mar 26, Matt Pfarr rated it liked it Shelves: sci-fi. A fairly decent of short stories in the Halo universe. If you love the lore like me than you will likely enjoy them. They are not quite groundbreaking though in terms of literature. Jan 07, Matthew Ciarvella rated it liked it Shelves: You might notice I have both this book and "Halo: Evolutions: the Essential Tales" on my "have- read" shelf. Which suggests that they're different books. Why would I read the same book Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 On the other hand, they have the same cover and they seem very similar. So here's the thing. They are different books. They do contain a few different stories. But only a few. Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 of the stories were shared between the two books, but their contents weren't identical. And that ended up being a pretty frustrating experience, trying to go through and figure out "ok, read that one, didn't read this one," "did I read this one and just not care for it, or did I not read it? I can't separate one from the other in my head now. What we have here are a Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 of short stories and, erm, poems, that are set in the Halo universe. It's video-game tie-in fiction, but the Halo universe has always been a grand one, definitely one of my favorites far moreso than the comparatively claustrophobic universe of Gears of War. It's always been a shame in my opinion that the grand, epic narrative that underpins this whole universe is portrayed almost solely through Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 books, while the games themselves focus entirely on the shoot-shoots. Although and Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 have gotten better in the narrative department, so perhaps there's hope. I mentioned the poems earlier with a bit of hesitation, could you tell? That's because they're. There's always a little mental game you play with yourself when reading this kind of book, where you have to turn off the part of your brain that tells you "you're reading about video game characters, this is basically a book about your toys. But the poems. So what about the rest of the stories? Well, as with most collections of short stories by different authors, there were a few I loved, a few that were okay, and several that were forgettable. The style of the story told through a collection of articles, transcripts, interviews, and short bits was Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 compelling and it shows that when Halo fiction puts its mind to it, it can be really good. The story about the sole survivor marine and the AI on the captured cruiser sorry, I returned the book to the library already, so I can't look up the title was also a really good one. I love, love, LOVED the ending to that one; it so perfectly turned an inexplicable sci-fi trope into a great inversion. You'll know what I'm talking about when you see it. I don't want to spoil it for you. So what's my verdict? Well, my personal rule of thumb is that tie-in fiction for any franchise needs to be able to stand on its own two feet; you can't just say 'well, it's amazing, but only for fans of the game. Unfortunately, I don't think these stories will have that effect. If you're deeply involved in the lore of Halo, give these a read and enjoy layering on world-building and narrative to your next playthrough of the Halo: Evolutions: v. 1. Otherwise, move along. Sep 20, Lincoln rated it it was amazing. This plot had many stories, some were interesting and others where boring. The short story I mostly enjoyed was Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 a boy who killed his father for not helping his mother survive when she was sick then later Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 a Spartan in the military. He then grows up in the wild on his own and eve This plot had many stories, some were interesting and others where boring. He then grows up in the wild on his own and eventually walks across a secret outpost for the halo military and becomes a recruit. The only main characters are Soren, a kid who grows up on his own and is later recruited into the military. Secondly, Doctor Hasely, who helps Soren in the transition of being on his own, into becoming a Spartan. Soren had many adventures when he was on his own in the woods. For instance, he would constantly try and stab little furry animals for food. I liked Soren the best because he is very brave and not afraid to take on a challenge. I could relate to Soren because when I was little I was always trying to go into the woods and find new hide outs or examine different insects with my friends. That is similar to Soren because he was constantly searching the woods for food and shelter. Personally I thought the story was good because Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 was easy to read and had multiple events that interested me and pulled me into the story. My favorite part of the book was when Soren tried to catch food and make a shelter because Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 showed me how difficult it really is and how much patience it takes. The author got the points across easily and made it interesting along the way, he could have put in a little more detail on the survival side of the story, like explaining the setting of the woods or the tools he had. [] The pseudo-evolution of halo mass

I cannot believe this. I finally get the book, sit down and start reading. This story seems familiar. Yep, this is the same god damn mother fucking book. Infact this book is missing a few of the stories from the first Evolutions. How the fuck can they call this volume So beware, if you have read Evolutions, do not buy volume 2 as its a lie, and is infact the same book. If you have read neither, buy the first one as it has more stories and the ones they took out for 2 are the best ones buy Eric Nylund. Actually a lot of the fiction is very well Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 and very interesting. I think if your even mildly interest you should read the books by Eric Nylund, a he is a very good writer. I am just super pissed becuase to any normal human being these look like 2 seperate books, yet contain the same content. Which makes sense, you rarely find a mass market paperback that is pages long which this would be if they were one book. Halo: Evolutions: v. When you read Halo: Evolutions: v. 1, you would expect them to be 2 seperate pieces of content. As you say they are infact two editions of the same book, then why call it volume 2? Volume 2 implies new stuff. Should it not be called "new edition". Surely calling it volume 2 is false advertising? Or do I dont understand something about how books are labled? However going into amazon and reading the Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 I can see other people have made the same mistake. So in Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 it is my fault for not researching, however I still stand by the fact this is false advertising, very misleading. I can't think of another example where they split a book into two parts right now so I don't know what Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 usual wording is. Your right, however there are infact now 3 editions. I have the origional which contains parts 1 and part 2 as you put it, so this just adds to the confusion, if anything they should remove the first copy from sale. The only reason for splitting it up into 2 books like this is money grabbing. So for the last 3 months ive been 6th in line at my library for Game of Thrones, still 6th. I have given up and ordered books on amazon. Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 as make use of this Amazon Prime free month. Nearly 3 am now, I should be in bed reading new intersting short stories from the Halo universe, but instead im making pointless rage posts on the internet Fall of Reach and the Halo books were the only good ones. I read Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 little bit after that and it got awful. Please Log In to post. This edit will also create new pages on Giant Bomb for:. Until you earn points all your submissions need to be vetted by other Giant Bomb users. This process takes no more than a few hours and we'll send you an email once approved. Bring back the main forum list. This edit will also create new pages on Giant Bomb for: Beware, you are proposing to add brand new pages to the wiki along with your edits. Make sure this is what you intended. This will likely increase the time it takes for your changes to go live. Comment and Save Until you earn points all your submissions need to be vetted by other Giant Bomb users. Use your keyboard! Halo: Evolutions Volume I by Tobias S. Buckell

The book also explores foggy corners and faces of the Halo universe. An audiobook version of Evolutions is available on Amazon. Halo: Evolutions was re-released as two separate volumes with one additional story in each, as well as new cover art for each of the original stories selected from the Halo: Evolutions community Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 contest. Beyond is a poem that describes an individual's opinion on the Halo rings Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 the implications of their existence. Pariah tells the story of Sorena Spartan who was one of a dozen unfortunate candidates who washed out of the program due to complications arising from the biological enhancements Halo: Evolutions: v. 1, and the struggles he faced afterwards. It was written by B. Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 eventually gets captured by Hammadus while watching the Brutes from a tree and is thrown together with the rest of the human survivors. The human prisoners are used as amusement and food. While the pack's unity slowly breaks down, the prisoners make a distraction, which gives Brien and Dasc a chance to escape. The ONI agent and the spiritual guru eventually escape from the Brutes, but Brien is killed by Dasc before the help can arrive. It was written by Eric Raab. Midnight in the Heart of Midlothian tells the story of an ODST who is put under for a surgery to remove a tumor before participating in his next mission. After nearly thirty years Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 war, he is Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 with a few of his old friends from his CMA days, but is presented with a moral crisis that eventually leads to his heroic death. It was written by Jonathan Goff. During the course of the operation, Black Team made an uneasy alliance with the Yanme'ewho tricked them into organizing their escape. It was written by Fred Van Lente. After boarding the ship, a team of Marines discovers that the ship has been overrun by the Floodmaking unexpected and uneasy alliances, and beginning a desperate struggle for survival against the parasite. Palace Hotel follows the 's movements from getting on the other side of the bridge in the Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 2 level " Metropolis " to right before he boards the Scarab. It also discusses Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 Chief's discovery of a childhood friend. The story was written by Robert McLees. Human Weakness tells what happened at the end of , with in the clutches of the . The Gravemind manages to break Cortana by introducing the fallacies of her existence and Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 purpose of her service, but through it all he cannot get her to give up one last secret. It was written by Karen Traviss. Connectivity is a poem that describes the connection between Cortana and John It was written by Eric Nylund. The Return follows a Sangheili Shipmaster as he travels back to the human colony world Kholowhich he had led the destruction of years earlier, to reflect on his actions and look for guidance in the wake of the Great Schism. It is set after the events of . From the Office of Dr. William Arthur Iqbal is an email transcript from Dr. William Arthur Iqbal to his colleagues, and details the progress of their research on the Forerunner structure in Kenya. Soma the Painter is a Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 exclusive to the re-released Volume I edition. The story shows Somaa Forerunner inhabitant of Seawardwitnessing the returning to the Milky Way for the first time since the human-Flood war. It then cuts to the Auditor and the Prelate discussing the matter. They then send word to the Didact that "the test has begun. Wages of Sin is a story exclusive to the re-released Volume II edition. The story is the first-person narrative of the Minister of Discovery in his last moments in High Charity as it is overrun by the Flood. Nearly every author who was asked to provide stories for the anthology accepted the offer. Among those who declined was Greg Bear ; Bear was interested in the project, though he wished to write a full-length novel rather than a short story. When Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 O'Connor approached Bear about writing the series, he gladly accepted the offer. Halo: Evolutions: v. 1 up Login. Main page. Games Original trilogy Halo: Combat Evolved. Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary. Halo 2. Halo 2: Anniversary. Halo 3. Reclaimer Saga Halo 4. Halo 5: Guardians. Halo Infinite. Halo: Spartan series Halo: Spartan Assault. Halo: Spartan Strike. series Halo Wars. . Halo: Reach. Halo: Fireteam Raven. Ports and expansions Halo PC. Halo Custom Edition. Halo 2 Multiplayer Map Pack. Halo 2 Vista. Halo 3: Mythic. Halo: The Master Chief Collection. Halo 5: . 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