A review by centauria
Halo: The Cole Protocol by Tobias S. Buckell

4.0

I think what I liked most was the deeper look into the Covenant and their interactions between species. The Unggoy are more than mere grunts and cannon fodder, they are an intelligent and crafty species (when need be). I also enjoyed watching Keyes before the version I know in the game. He was rough around the edges but you could see the glimpses of what was to come. Lastly, the rebels only wanted to survive, and they found ways to make the UNSC (and Spartans) aid in their survival. Going from enemies to (forced) allies is always nice to witness. The unsettling distrust and schemes at play make the reading exciting.