Stover, Matthew Woodring

Matthew Woodring Stover is an American science fiction and fantasy author. He is best known for his "Acts of Caine" series, which consists of four novels: "Heroes Die," "Blade of Tyshalle," "Caine Black Knife," and "Caine's Law."The "Acts of Caine" series takes place in a dystopian future where a parallel world called Overworld serves as the stage for the entertainment of Earth's wealthy elite. The series follows the adventures of Hari Michaelson, a famous actor in Overworld who also serves as an assassin for his handlers on Earth.Stover's writing is characterized by its gritty realism, complex characters, and intense action sequences. He has also written tie-in novels for several popular franchises, including "Star Wars," "Conan the Barbarian," and "Terminator."Stover's work has been praised for its depth and emotional resonance, and he has been nominated for multiple awards throughout his career, including the Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy Awards. He continues to write thought-provoking and engaging science fiction and fantasy, and his work remains popular with readers around the world.