Halo: Halo: Cryptum: Book One of the Forerunner Saga (Paperback)

from Skybalon

As one who has played through the Halo games without memorizing the cut scenes, this is a pretty good piece of science fiction. Since it is authorized by Microsoft, it must be the official version of things, but regardless it is pretty good and I'll continue to read the series.

from KarenHerndon

Different from other Greg bear books I have read. Have to say I like those others better than this series but that said, I have just also finished te second in this series and the story has captured e none the less.

from Ailinel

Greg Bear is a recognized science fiction author in his own right- recipient of the Hugo and Nebula awards-- and his style and prowess shine in the first installment of the Forerunner saga. From the single page prelude on the novel is fascinating, fast paced, incredibly different, and beautifully...

from ReneePeartree

Item arrived 2 days before estimated due date, which is awesome. Cheaper price around. Not first time shopping with Wal-Mart's site to store won't be my last.

from Chris_El

Finished several months back. It is very different than most of the other books. The pacing is slower. The scope is larger. It follows the development of the Alien culture and gives some insight into who they are. Possibly my least favorite Halo book so far but I will probably read the next one t...