New StarCraft II Novel Flashpoint Coming in November – Pre-Order Now

New StarCraft II Novel Flashpoint Coming in November – Pre-Order Now

StarCraft® II: Flashpoint, the latest novel set in the StarCraft universe, is scheduled for release on November 6, 2012, and you can pre-order the hardcover edition now from Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Written by New York Times bestselling author Christie Golden, StarCraft II: Flashpoint follows Jim Raynor, Sarah Kerrigan, and the crew of the Hyperion as they battle their way across Dominion space to find their one hope of refuge from the tireless forces of Emperor Arcturus Mengsk. This exciting new chapter in the StarCraft saga explores the aftermath of StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty® and the events leading into the upcoming Heart of the Swarm™ expansion, and gives readers new insight into the early years of Raynor and Kerrigan’s tumultuous relationship.

About StarCraft II: Flashpoint

The zerg have lost their queen. 

The tyrannical alien-human hybrid that held the Swarm together is gone, and her armies run wild — scattered and diminished. The terrans of the Koprulu sector can now move out from under the shadow of annihilation which has loomed overhead for so long. Only one question remains:  where is the Queen of Blades?

Jim Raynor, ex-Dominion marshal and rebel leader, knows the answer. A powerful Xel’Naga artifact has transformed the Queen of Blades back into her original human form: that of Sarah Kerrigan, a woman who is struggling to find some hope — and some humanity — in the shattered memories of her past. But with the Dominion forces of Arcturus Mengsk scouring the star systems for any trace of the deposed queen, Jim is going to need more than his wits, his fists, and his loyal Raiders to keep Sarah alive. 

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DusterMan #969
DusterMan
10/23/2012
Does this book take place after WOL and before HOTS?
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WyvernVJ #182
WyvernVJ
4/11/2013
@DusterMan: I quote the article: "This exciting new chapter in the StarCraft saga explores the aftermath of StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty® and the events leading into the upcoming Heart of the Swarm™ expansion..."
It seems you don't like to read...
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Grizzlychu #981
Grizzlychu
10/22/2012
How about releasing the game before promoting a novel based on an unreleased game?
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Sunbane #684
Sunbane
11/3/2012
@Grizzlychu: It's not based on HOTS, it leads up to it. Would be pointless promoting it after HOTS release because the lore would be outdated.
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Kenny #254
Kenny
8/19/2012
damit, no more zergrush'in
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Quark #193
Quark
8/17/2012
I didnt know men were several feet taller then women. Props on her spandex outfit.
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Xela #507
Xela
8/18/2012
@Quark: He's wearing a marine suit.
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AxelBlack #498
AxelBlack
8/17/2012
Ex-Confederate, damnit...
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REjeKtheMARK #217
REjeKtheMARK
8/16/2012
Before you know it The movie will come out 2014 directed by Peter Jackson :D
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Priest #214
Priest
8/16/2012
I'll buy it if its out on Comixology or an iPhone app. :D
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Purge #275
Purge
8/15/2012
Raynor isn't an ex-Dominion marshal.... he's an ex-CONFEDERATE marshal.

Hate to nitpick but I thought this was funny that someone on Battle.net itself would miss that, heh
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PsionicDeath #657
PsionicDeath
8/15/2012
QUESTION - if this book is the events between Jim carrying Kerrigan out of the main hive cluster, and what ever event starts off HotS.

Why Is Kerrigan's Hair Like In Starcraft One, When Her Hair Was Still Spines After Her Purification?
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Durandal #531
Durandal
8/15/2012
@PsionicDeath: Because Kerrigan didn't make it into the the Starcraft design bible, apparently.
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Durandal #531
Durandal
8/15/2012
…or the spines fell out and she got a fantastic wig.
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HLandin #194
HLandin
8/17/2012
@PsionicDeath: It also mentions the early years of their relationship, so it might also cover events from before New Gettysburg, perhapse as a flashback or prologue.
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ReaperAgent #717
ReaperAgent
8/15/2012
I can't wait to read this book.
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RyTwoDTwo #587
RyTwoDTwo
8/14/2012
More sc2 novels please! :D
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Maddog #136
Maddog
8/14/2012
Christie Golden's good. If there was anyone I'd want writing this, it's her.

In the mean time I'm hoping we find out how involved Valerian was in Tychus' betrayal, and since Christie Golden was the first person to bring that character to life, it should be good. Also, I wouldn't mind hearing a little (not overmuch mind you) about Tosh and Hansen.
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FerikShirow #514
FerikShirow
8/14/2012
@Maddog: Exactly. Really would like to see what our decisions in WoL have stirred up.
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Azula #850
Azula
8/14/2012
Waste of papers and ink, in my opinion.
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Nexobituous #723
Nexobituous
8/14/2012
@Azula: The Starcraft books are always ridiculously well done in my opinion. Better than much of the sci-fi fiction out there.
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RyTwoDTwo #587
RyTwoDTwo
8/14/2012
@Azula: I dislike your opinion!
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Thunderchild #624
Thunderchild
8/16/2012
@RyTwoDTwo: I dislike yours...
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VanguardSix #838
VanguardSix
8/20/2012
@Azula: Too lazy to read?
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Skarner #306
Skarner
8/14/2012
Who much is gonna cost Heart of the swarm?
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FerikShirow #514
FerikShirow
8/14/2012
How do I pre-order it from Taiwan?
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KorbenDallas #993
KorbenDallas
8/14/2012
Where can I get that wallpaper?
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Marcus #1119
Marcus
8/14/2012
Any chance of a digital version?
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FireProphet #657
FireProphet
8/27/2012
Kindle Edition -- $12.99 --
Hardcover $15.26 $15.26 -- @PLGMarcus:

just hit the Amazon link
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FerikShirow #514
FerikShirow
8/13/2012
Christie Golden is the reason you should buy this book!
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ZENmaster #533
ZENmaster
8/13/2012
Hate to a nitpicker, but Ex-Confederate Marshal. Not ex-Dominion
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Durandal #531
Durandal
8/13/2012
Oh, and is just me, or is every. Single. Rendition. Of. Kerrigan. DIFFERENT?!
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BattleToad #705
BattleToad
8/13/2012
When i saw pre order i was like OMG then i realized it was the novel...
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Jimmy #279
Jimmy
8/13/2012
When I see something to get prepared to launch I say "what are you preparing for just LAUNCH!"
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Stebo #627
Stebo
8/13/2012
Really looking forward to this.
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DarthMalgus #718
DarthMalgus
8/13/2012
OH... MY... GOD... I am so siked! But WHY do we have to wait 'till NOVEMBER?!!!!!!!!!! Can't we at least get a sample or something?!
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Lendadil #810
Lendadil
8/13/2012
I've read all the WOW and SC books of Christie and i like them all. The Dark temple saga its the best, i hope see some of the char in the game.
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Hillkill #430
Hillkill
8/13/2012
Hi.
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Psyker #870
Psyker
8/13/2012
Can't wait to read this!
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Gladiusreal #368
Gladiusreal
8/13/2012
http://www.twitch.tv/gladiusreal my stream page