{"title":"Trevanian","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Trevanian, an author renowned for his masterful storytelling and intricate plots. Trevanian, the pen name of Rodney William Whitaker, has left an indelible mark on the Crime \u0026amp; Thriller genre with his unique blend of suspense and sophistication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis novel \"Satori\" is a riveting prequel to \"Shibumi\" and transports readers to 1950s Japan. Here, you will follow the exhilarating journey of Nicholai Hel, a master assassin navigating a treacherous landscape of espionage and betrayal. The book combines meticulous historical detail with pulse-pounding adventure, making it a must-read for lovers of thrillers and historical fiction alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Shibumi,\" on the other hand, introduces readers to Hel's later life. This novel is often celebrated for its philosophical undertones and rich character development. The narrative intricately weaves elements of Eastern philosophy with high-stakes drama, inviting readers to explore deep themes of identity, power, and enlightenment whilst keeping them on the edge of their seats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Trevanian’s works if you enjoy thrillers that challenge the mind as much as they entertain. His books promise not just a gripping read, but an immersive experience that transports you across cultures and epochs, all the while keeping you hooked with tightly wound suspense and enigmatic characters.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"satori-by-don-winslow-9780755370221","title":"Satori","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gripping thriller that follows assassin Nicholai Hel across Asia as he fights to regain his freedom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSugamo Prison, Japan, October 1951. Nicholai Hel has spent the last three years in solitary confinement for the murder of his mentor. A formidable assassin as well as a master of hoda korosu or 'naked kill', he has developed a supreme awareness of the presence of danger. Suddenly offered the chance of freedom, he feels it now as never before...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOverseen by Haverford, his American spymaster, he must go to Beijing and kill the Soviet Union's commissioner to China. In a landscape primed for war, this is a suicide mission he has no choice but to accept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCan Hel succeed in winning his freedom and if so, at what cost? And can he ever achieve his ultimate goal of \u003cem\u003esatori\u003c\/em\u003e — the possibility of true understanding and harmony with the world?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072656457964,"sku":"9780755370221","price":31.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25801973482456.jpg?v=1765123989"},{"product_id":"shibumi-by-trevanian-9780755370238","title":"Shibumi","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForced out of retirement, a reluctant assassin must face his most dangerous enemy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNicolai Hel is a westerner brought up in Japan and is the protégé of a Japanese Go master. Hel survived the destruction of Hiroshima to emerge as the world's most artful lover and its most accomplished assassin. Hel is a genius, a mystic, and a master of language and culture, and his secret is his determination to attain a rare kind of personal excellence, a state of effortless perfection known only as \u003cem\u003eshibumi\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow living in an isolated mountain fortress, Hel is unwillingly drawn back into the life he'd tried to leave behind when a beautiful young stranger arrives at his door, seeking help and refuge. It soon becomes clear that Hel is being tracked by a deadly force, a sinister organisation known only as the Mother Company. The battle lines are drawn: ruthless power and corruption on one side, and on the other... \u003cem\u003eshibumi\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072663109868,"sku":"9780755370238","price":31.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25802143482456.jpg?v=1765124600"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/trevanian.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}