{"title":"Gabriella Buba","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Gabriella Buba, an author whose imaginative storytelling has enthralled readers of sci-fi and fantasy. With a flair for weaving intricate narratives and crafting unforgettable characters, Buba's works transport readers to realms of magic, mystery, and adventure. If you have a penchant for stories that blend mythical worlds with emotional depth, this collection is sure to delight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong Gabriella Buba's spellbinding works, you'll find \u003cem\u003eThe Saints of Storm and Sorrow\u003c\/em\u003e, a novel that takes readers on a thrilling journey through a world ravaged by tumultuous forces. 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Discover the spellbinding collection today and embark on adventures that challenge the imagination and stir the soul.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-saints-of-storm-and-sorrow-by-gabriella-buba-9781803367804","title":"The Saints of Storm and Sorrow","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this fiercely imaginative Filipino-inspired fantasy debut, a bisexual nun hiding a goddess-given gift is unwillingly transformed into a lightning rod for her people's struggle against colonisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for fans of lush fantasy full of morally ambiguous characters, including \u003ci\u003eThe Poppy War\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Jasmine Throne\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Saints of Storm and Sorrow\u003c\/em\u003e by Gabriella Buba follows Maria Lunurin, who has been living a double life for as long as she can remember.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo the world, she is Sister Maria, a dutiful nun and devoted servant of Aynila's Codician colonisers. 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