{"title":"Michael Stackpole","description":"\u003cp\u003eMichael Stackpole's works invite readers into richly imagined worlds where adventure and intrigue seamlessly intertwine. Known for crafting compelling narratives filled with dynamic characters and immersive settings, his stories often explore themes of resilience and heroism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFans of engaging general fiction will appreciate Stackpole's ability to blend vivid storytelling with thoughtful character development. Whether rekindling familiar tales or introducing original worlds, his books offer a captivating experience for those drawn to imaginative and exciting reads.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dark-souls-by-michael-stackpole-9781975360887","title":"Dark Souls","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA nameless undead awakens in an ancient crypt, and thus does the journey begin. Drawn mysteriously toward the horizon, he ventures into a land of perils beyond death. A once shining kingdom has been fractured, and mindless Hollows prowl the dark corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo see it united and restored, the old king must be freed by his get-the youth Balarion. The undead and his companions, surviving champions of the halcyon era, accompany Balarion on this journey to release his father, battling foes both monstrous and clever. Yet it is not their enemies that give them doubt, it is their quest. Can a world so troubled truly be set right again, or is it fated to vanish into the dark?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47596099666156,"sku":"9781975360887","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9f64e4116ea1f30bd86e9e37247bd497.jpg?v=1777931279"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/michael-stackpole.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}