{"title":"Sascha Stronach","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Sascha Stronach, a prominent voice in the realms of science fiction and fantasy. Stronach's tales are celebrated for their vibrant world-building and intricate narratives, offering readers an escape into richly imagined universes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRenowned for works such as \u003cem\u003eThe Dawnhounds\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Sunforge\u003c\/em\u003e, Stronach crafts stories that blend imaginative storytelling with profound themes. \u003cem\u003eThe Dawnhounds\u003c\/em\u003e introduces readers to a unique fusion of steampunk aesthetics and indigenous Māori culture, delivering a fresh perspective in the fantasy genre. In this novel, Stronach intricately weaves together a tale of redemption, transformation, and discovery, supported by bold and diverse characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Sunforge\u003c\/em\u003e continues to showcase Stronach's distinctive style, immersing readers in a spectrum of adventure and magic. Known for his keen ability to craft speculative narratives that both entertain and provoke thought, Stronach's novels often reflect contemporary societal issues through the inventive lens of speculative fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a long-time fan of science fiction and fantasy or a newcomer to the genre, Sascha Stronach's books promise a reading experience that is both exhilarating and enlightening. Dive into the imaginative and transformative worlds created by this talented author and discover why his works have captured the hearts and minds of readers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-dawnhounds-by-sascha-stronach-9781982187057","title":"The Dawnhounds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eGideon the Ninth\u003c\/i\u003e meets \u003ci\u003eBlack Sun\u003c\/i\u003e in this queer, Māori-inspired debut fantasy about a police officer who is murdered, brought back to life with a mysterious new power, and tasked with protecting her city from an insidious evil threatening to destroy it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe port city of Hainak is alive: its buildings, its fashion, even its weapons. But, after a devastating war and a sweeping biotech revolution, all its inhabitants want is peace, no one more so than Yat Jyn-Hok, a reformed-thief-turned-cop who patrols the streets at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYat has recently been demoted on the force due to “lifestyle choices” after being caught at a gay club. She’s barely holding it together, haunted by memories of a lover who vanished and voices that float in and out of her head like radio signals. When she stumbles across a dead body on her patrol, two fellow officers gruesomely murder her and dump her into the harbour. Unfortunately for them, she wakes up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eResurrected by an ancient power, she finds herself with the new ability to manipulate life force. 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Stranded in its harbour is the crew of the \u003ci\u003eKopek\u003c\/i\u003e, the survivors of a bioterror attack overseas. But they bear scars: their captain, Sibbi, has gone missing; Yat, their newest Weaver, is fighting for control of her own mind; and their Weaving powers are in a badly weakened state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo disable the technology that prevents the group from escaping, Sen and Kiada must plot their way through the ruins of the foreign capital, which is patrolled by a hostile militia, using wits alone. 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