{"product_id":"9780141348704","title":"Kings of the Realm: Cruel Salvation (Book 2)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCruel Salvation is \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003ethe second book in the epic fantasy series that ties in with the groundbreaking global online strategy game \u003ci\u003eKings of the Realm\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollowing the devastation of \u003ci\u003eWar's Harvest\u003c\/i\u003e, where The Devourers ravaged the continent, relentlessly destroying and growing in numbers - Vallen Warnock, Kaydi, Tolka, Squall, Grutt and a few other survivors have escaped across the sea to Vinland. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCruel Salvation\u003c\/i\u003e follows the first landings of the new-settlers as they rebuild their lives in a new world, filled with new dangers. Allies and enemies are thrown together in a bid to survive and create a new way of life. The gruelling journey has left many dead, while others are starving and weak, but some are hungry for power . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCruel Salvation\u003c\/i\u003e delves deeper into the world of Kings of the Realm, revealing more of the exhilarating conflict, betrayal and hope that has consumed players and readers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e*** Based on the massive multiplayer (MMO) fantasy strategy game \u003ci\u003eKings of the Realm\u003c\/i\u003e. For the first time in gaming history, gamers can engage seamlessly on any internet device.*** \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e*** Already a #1 on independent game watchlists, \u003ci\u003eKings of the Realm\u003c\/i\u003e is building an avid online following.***\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e***The books give players a closer view of the game world and contain exclusive clues and insights of how the gameplay operates. Key characters and objects in \u003ci\u003eCruel Salvation \u003c\/i\u003ewill be available as playable items in the game.****\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e***The epic adventure continues, set in the world of online gameplay. \u003ci\u003eCruel Salvation\u003c\/i\u003e features real players as part of the story and the action takes place on maps and locations that appear in-game, creating a fully interactive reading and playing opportunity for gamers***\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e***Perfect for fans of George R. R. Martin's \u003ci\u003eGame of Thrones\u003c\/i\u003e, David Gemmell, Robert Jordan and MMO games such as Civilization V, \u003ci\u003eWorld of Warcraft\u003c\/i\u003e and\u003ci\u003eWarhammer Online\u003c\/i\u003e.***\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e***Written by the bestselling and award-winning author Oisin McGann***\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlso Available:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eKings of the Realm: War's Harvest\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout the author:\u003cbr\u003eOisín McGann is a full-time author and illustrator. He has written and illustrated over twenty-five books for all ages of reader, in genres ranging from science fiction to fantasy, from comedy horror to conspiracy thriller. He is married with three children, a dog and a cat. Oisín now lives somewhere in the Irish countryside, where he won't be heard shouting at his computer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Penguin Books, Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47147856036080,"sku":"9780141348704","price":3.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780141348704_p0.jpg?v=1763655345","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780141348704","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}