Halo: Contact Harvest

Halo: Contact Harvest by Joseph Staten, published by Gallery Books on April 9, 2019, is a science fiction novel set in the expansive universe of the acclaimed video game series Halo. This edition spans 416 pages and is presented in English. The narrative unfolds in the year 2524 on Harvest, a peaceful farming colony that becomes embroiled in a conflict with the Covenant, a theocratic alien empire. The story begins with a chance encounter that escalates into a significant struggle for humanity’s survival.

Readers will find a gripping tale that intertwines military action and adventure as the citizens of Harvest face not only the external threat from the Covenant but also the internal strife of a civil war known as the Insurrection. The survival of the colony rests on the shoulders of a squad of weary UNSC Marines and their inexperienced militia trainees. Among them is a young Marine staff sergeant named Avery Johnson, who emerges as a pivotal figure in this high-stakes battle. This edition offers a detailed exploration of the challenges faced by these characters as they navigate the complexities of war and survival.