Humanity has been forced to the brink of extinction. Deadly civil strife, the mysterious legacy of an ancient civilization, and a fanatical covenant of alien races threaten to destroy us. Once a legendary instrument of death, Master Chief John-117 has now become an unlikely symbol of hope. If humanity can emerge from the chaos of war and reclaim stewardship over a troubled galaxy, we may find the secret to our ultimate evolution.
Author Biography
Tobias S. Buckell is the New York Times bestselling author of HALO: The Cole Protocol. He has published stories in various magazines and anthologies. He is a Clarion graduate, Writers of The Future winner, and Campbell Award for Best New SF Writer Finalist. His work ha sappeared in the Year's Best Science Fiction anthologies. His novel Ragamuffin was nominated for the Nebula and Prometheus awards.
