Mass Effect by Drew Karpyshyn (2008, Paperback)

For those of you unaware, Mass Effect: Ascension is a book based on a game, that is based on a prequel novel. The first novel having come out several months before the game, takes place a few years before the events in the game and introduces us to many key characters.

Where Revelation is a prequel novel, Ascension is a sequel that deals primarily with Cerberus, an organization that features prominently in the game.Some of the darkest episodes in Mass Effect dealt with Cerberus, a shadowy organization who conducted illicit research and were willing to slaughter Alliance soldiers to cover their tracks. In Mass Effect: Ascension we learn that Cerberus is headed by the Illusive Man and that their goal is to ensure humanity’s dominance over alien races. This includes boosting biotic abilities in humans by causing prenatal exposure to Element Zero through a series of staged accidentsThe second novel set in the Mass Effect universe. This book is even better than ME: Revelation. It's entertaining the whole way through. The ending was satisfying but it also left a few plot threads open for the second Mass Effect video game or for the next novel.

Even if you haven't played the game, this book is worth reading, especially if you are into science fiction.

I suppose some people want this to be a true extension of the Game...It isnt..but in its own right...Karpyshyn Did a great job of adding to the mass effect universe alittle more..I dont want to give any spoilers or book hints...Trust me IF you get a chance Get this book i Really enjoyed reading it...the only thing i didnt like is that it ended..Well Sort of ...

This is one of the books for the great RPG game Mass Effect. I won't spoil the great characters, storyline and wonderful adventure you can find. If you like science fiction, and you like Mass Effect, this is a #1 MUST HAVE if you love the game.!