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Mass Effect: Retribution [Mass Market Paperback]

Drew Karpyshyn
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (46 customer reviews)

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July 27, 2010 Mass Effect
Humanity has reached the stars, joining the vast galactic community of alien species. But beyond the fringes of explored space lurk the Reapers, a race of sentient starships bent on “harvesting” the galaxy’s organic species for their own dark purpose.

The Illusive Man, leader of the pro-human black ops group Cerberus, is one of the few who know the truth about the Reapers. To ensure humanity’s survival, he launches a desperate plan to uncover the enemy’s strengths—and weaknesses—by studying someone implanted with modified Reaper technology. He knows the perfect subject for his horrific experiments: former Cerberus operative Paul Grayson, who wrested his daughter from the cabal’s control with the help of Ascension project director Kahlee Sanders.

But when Kahlee learns that Grayson is missing, she turns to the only person she can trust: Alliance war hero Captain David Anderson. Together they set out to find the secret Cerberus facility where Grayson is being held. But they aren’t the only ones after him. And time is running out.

As the experiments continue, the sinister Reaper technology twists Grayson’s mind. The insidious whispers grow ever stronger in his head, threatening to take over his very identity and unleash the Reapers on an unsuspecting galaxy.
 
This novel is based on a Mature-rated video game.

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About the Author

Drew Karpyshyn is the New York Times bestselling author of Star Wars: Darth Bane: Path of Destruction, Star Wars: Darth Bane: Rule of Two, and Star Wars: Darth Bane: Dynasty of Evil, as well as several other fantasy and science fiction novels, including Mass Effect: Revelation and Mass Effect: Ascension. He is also an award-winning writer/designer for the computer game company BioWare, where he was lead writer on Mass Effect and the popular Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic video games. After spending most of his life in Canada, he headed south in search of a climate more conducive to year-round golf. He now lives in Texas with his wife, Jennifer, and their cat.

Product Details

  • Mass Market Paperback: 368 pages
  • Publisher: Del Rey (July 27, 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0345520726
  • ISBN-13: 978-0345520722
  • Product Dimensions: 4.2 x 1 x 6.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (46 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #37,754 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Drew Karpyshyn is the New York Times bestselling author of Star Wars: Darth Bane: Rule of Two, Star Wars: Darth Bane: Path of Destruction, and the Mass Effect novels Revelation and Ascension, as well as several other fantasy and science fiction novels. He is also an award-winning writer/designer for the computer game company BioWare, where he was lead writer on Mass Effect and the blockbuster Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic video game. He lives in Canada's hinterlands with his wife, Jen, and their cat.

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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Good addition to the ME universe. July 28, 2010
Format:Mass Market Paperback
I hadn't read Revelation and Ascension until after I had completed ME and ME2 (the latter being, in my opinion, the best game I have ever played) and I loved the opportunity to learn more about the ME universe and its inhabitants.

Retribution is, in that respect, more like Revelation than Ascension. There is a bit more development of characters who played a major role in both games, such as David Anderson and the Illusive Man. Karpyshyn didn't waste time re-explaining any of the concepts from the games or other books after providing the exposition to this story. After the first few chapters, the action (and the stakes) ramps up exponentially until an ultimately exciting conclusion, with the action sure to affect the storyline of ME3 in the future.

I probably don't need to say it, but if you're a Mass Effect fan, you'll probably appreciate this exciting addition to the series.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Retribution builds on the characters introduced in the previous books and video games (especially Paul Grayson, Kahlee Sanders, David Anderson, and Aria T'Loak)and introduces a few new ones too. If you enjoyed the story of the first two games, the books are worthwhile, and this new edition is up to par with the first two. Retribution is fast-paced and entertaining, but would be difficult for someone who hasn't read the first two in the series. Drew Karpyshyn also wrote the Star Wars: Darth Bane trilogy and read similarly.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Great book July 30, 2010
By Sharpy
Format:Mass Market Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I've read Ascension and Revelation and was very excited for this book, and it delivered on everything I expected. Gives great character insight to the Illusive Man and Aria T'Loak. The changes that Grayson experiences are described quite well and it makes me more excited than ever for Mass Effect 3. It does a really good job of immersing you into the world of mass effect, making it easy for the reader to relate to characters living 150 years in the future. Although every time Anderson talks, I can hear him speaking in his voice. All in all a great book and a must read for all mass effect fans.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Mass Effect Fans
Anyone that is familiar with the Mass Effect Universe will love this book. Commander Shepard is only part of what makes Mass Effect great. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Kendall Zaborowski
4.0 out of 5 stars Great addition to the Mass Effect universe.
Awesome story following the same characters as the last 2 ME novels. It even introduces a character that's very famous in Mass Effect 3. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Shawn D. Hall
5.0 out of 5 stars None
I have never read a book so well done in my opinun. Drew Karpyshyn has a way of keeping you interested in the story. Never a dull moment. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Tlight
2.0 out of 5 stars There is pap and then
There is more pap. As the "conclusion" in the Anderson/Sanders arc this was not very good. I was burning this at high speed, trying to let disbelief set in and the amount... Read more
Published 4 months ago by PAL
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
I enjoyed the entire mass effect series, and greatly enjoyed this book as well, it was well written and a good read.
Published 5 months ago by David Frehafer
5.0 out of 5 stars mass effect book
good add on to my collection. i honestly havent read it yet but i already know its going to be amazing!
Published 6 months ago by stephen lopes
4.0 out of 5 stars Drew will be missed.
With the debacle and destruction that is Mass Effect 3, I shouldn't downplay the importance of a well written story. So buy the book and help Drew out.
Published 6 months ago by Alexandru Duta
4.0 out of 5 stars The Best out of the 3
I found the previous 2 books to be a bit predictable. This book focuses on the mystery of the reapers and cerberus's attempt to understand them and the chaos that follows. Read more
Published 9 months ago by MattBetancourt
3.0 out of 5 stars Bearable drek.
The plot is coherent and it makes sense in game space. It fills in some backstorey on Anderson, Caley and Kai Lin. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Geekazoid
4.0 out of 5 stars Great additon to the ME universe.
I really enjoyed the book. It brings insightful knowledge about the tech and nature of the ME universe from a different perspective than the one you get from the games which is... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Joos
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When in Europe (Kindle) ?
I'd also like to know when this ridiculous restriction will be lifted. Anyone?
Aug 2, 2010 by Alberto Piai |  See all 6 posts
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When does this fit into the timeline?
According to what I have read, this takes place AFTER ME2... Check out his website http://www.drewkarpyshyn.com/news.htm
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