Halo officially returns in 2 weeks with new release
The Halo franchise is welcoming new readers with the imminent release of Parasite's Wake on 20 October. Written by award-winning author Tim Lebbon and published by Gallery Books, this marks the latest addition to the Halo extended universe, which already boasts over 30 novels alongside numerous games and graphic novels. The novel represents an opportunity for fans to explore fresh storytelling within the established science fiction universe.
Parasite's Wake is set in 2552, as the planet Reach falls to the alien Covenant alliance. Rather than following the franchise's iconic protagonist Master Chief, the story centres on Staff Sergeant Marvin Mobuto, a military leader managing a motley crew of criminals housed in the brig of the crashed UNSC Pillar of Autumn. Lebbon, known for his work on dark fantasy and science fiction novelizations including Alien and Firefly, introduces a mysterious threat lurking within the Halo ringworld, raising stakes for his unconventional cast of characters.
- New Halo novel launches on 20 October
- Tim Lebbon, bestselling author, takes the helm
- Introduces Staff Sergeant Marvin Mobuto as the new lead
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Halo is a long-running science fiction franchise that began in the early 2000s as a video game series and has since expanded to include novels, comic books and other media. The universe depicts humanity's conflict with an alliance of alien species called the Covenant and features iconic characters including the armoured soldier Master Chief.
Beyond the games, Halo has developed an extensive literary universe with over 30 novels that explore different corners of this science fiction world. These books allow authors to tell stories set in the established timeline and universe that may not feature the franchise's most recognisable characters or focus on different conflicts and perspectives.
Parasite's Wake is the latest addition to this library of Halo novels, arriving in two weeks. The story is set in 2552, a pivotal year in the fictional universe when the planet Reach falls to the Covenant, and follows a military officer named Staff Sergeant Marvin Mobuto rather than the more famous Master Chief character. Tim Lebbon, an author known for his science fiction and dark fantasy work, brings his experience writing novelisations for properties like Alien to this new Halo entry.