{"product_id":"wild-cards-i","title":"Wild Cards I","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWild Cards I\u003c\/em\u003e, curated by George R. R. Martin and the Wild Cards Trust, is a groundbreaking addition to the genre of shared-world anthologies. Set in an alternative history, it explores a fascinating \"what if?\" scenario rooted in the aftermath of World War II. An alien virus, known as the Wild Card virus, devastates the Earth, randomly altering the genetic makeup of its survivors. Most are killed, but for the fortunate few, this virus bestows extraordinary abilities or, conversely, horrifying mutations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmongst the survivors, those blessed with superhuman abilities are known as Aces, while those damned with physical deformities are termed Jokers. As society grapples with these new heroes and outcasts, individuals navigate their transformed realities by choosing either paths of heroism or villainy. \u003cem\u003eWild Cards I\u003c\/em\u003e unfolds the stories of these super-powered beings, navigating their diverse roles against a backdrop of chaos and transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis volume presents a captivating tapestry of tales crafted by renowned authors including Roger Zelazny, Walter Jon Williams, Howard Waldrop, Lewis Shiner, and George R. R. Martin himself. Each story within this collection contributes to the rich and varied universe of Wild Cards, blending the boundaries between good and evil, human and inhuman, familiar and fantastical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this newly expanded edition, readers are treated to additional stories penned by acclaimed contemporary authors such as Hugo-winner David Levine, screenwriter and novelist Michael Cassutt, and \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestseller Carrie Vaughn. These new tales delve deeper into the origins of the Wild Cards universe, enriching the lore and dynamics of this unique literary realm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmbark on an enthralling journey through the Wild Cards universe with its original triad:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Original Triad\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#1 \u003cem\u003eWild Cards\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#2 \u003cem\u003eAces High\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#3 \u003cem\u003eJokers Wild\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the series unfolds, immerse yourself in the following exciting installments:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Puppetman Quartet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#4: \u003cem\u003eAces Abroad\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#5: \u003cem\u003eDown and Dirty\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#6: \u003cem\u003eAce in the Hole\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#7: \u003cem\u003eDead Man's Hand\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Rox Triad\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#8: \u003cem\u003eOne-Eyed Jacks\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#9: \u003cem\u003eJokertown Shuffle\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#10: \u003cem\u003eDealer's Choice\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e#11: \u003cem\u003eDouble Solitaire\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#12: \u003cem\u003eTurn of the Cards\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Card Sharks Triad\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#13: \u003cem\u003eCard Sharks\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#14: \u003cem\u003eMarked Cards\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#15: \u003cem\u003eBlack Trump\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e#16: \u003cem\u003eDeuces Down\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#17: \u003cem\u003eDeath Draws Five\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Committee Triad\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#18: \u003cem\u003eInside Straight\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#19: \u003cem\u003eBusted Flush\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#20: \u003cem\u003eSuicide Kings\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Fort Freak Triad\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#21: \u003cem\u003eFort Freak\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#22: \u003cem\u003eLowball\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#23: \u003cem\u003eHigh Stakes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe American Triad\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#24: \u003cem\u003eMississippi Roll\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#25: \u003cem\u003eLow Chicago\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n#26: \u003cem\u003eTexas Hold 'Em\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRediscover a universe where the extraordinary becomes the norm, and destiny is forged from chaos and mutation. \u003cem\u003eWild Cards I\u003c\/em\u003e invites you to explore a complex world where history is rewritten by the lucky draw of the Wild Card. Whether you are meeting these characters for the first time or revisiting this iconic series, the tales contained within promise a riveting and fantastical adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ingram Book Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45799081345260,"sku":"9780765326157","price":20.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780765326157.jpg?v=1728227670","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/wild-cards-i","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}