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Post-war espionage and ancient secrets in space.
"Glasslands" is a must for Halo universe enthusiasts. Diving deep into the political and moral complexities of a post-war scenario, it invites readers to contemplate the not-so-black-and-white nature of conflict. Karen Traviss expertly crafts a narrative that bridges the gap between intense action and the thought-provoking consequences of war, making sure you're invested in every character's journey. If you're at all invested in the lore of Halo or just love a good space opera with depth, this is an unmissable continuation.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9780230767058
Authors:
Karen Traviss
Publisher: Tor Books
Date of Publication: 2012-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections:
Science Fiction
Goodreads rating: 4.08
(rated by 7126 readers)
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Halo: Glasslands by Karen Traviss is thrilling, action-packed science fiction that longtime Halo fans and newcomers alike will enjoy.
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Post-war espionage and ancient secrets in space.
"Glasslands" is a must for Halo universe enthusiasts. Diving deep into the political and moral complexities of a post-war scenario, it invites readers to contemplate the not-so-black-and-white nature of conflict. Karen Traviss expertly crafts a narrative that bridges the gap between intense action and the thought-provoking consequences of war, making sure you're invested in every character's journey. If you're at all invested in the lore of Halo or just love a good space opera with depth, this is an unmissable continuation.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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