Wild Cards

Aces High

(Author) George R.R. Martin
Format: Paperback
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More exciting adventures from the longest-running shared world superhero series created and edited by George R. R. Martin, bestselling author of A GAME OF THRONES 30 years after the world changed, the victims of the gene-altering 'Wild Cards' virus face a new nightmare. The place is New York City, home of Aces High - the glamourous lounge for superheroes, high atop the Empire State Building - and Jokertown, the squalid residence of the city's deformed underclass. The victims of the Wild Card Virus are no longer new and strange, but neither are they accepted by a world that still fears them. But as a new decade dawns, all eyes are drawn to the skies, and the Wild Cards may be the planet's only hope. From the far reaches of space comes The Swarm, a deadly menace that could very well destroy the planet. Aces and Jokers must form an uneasy alliance and prepare for a battle they must not lose. Edited by George R. R. Martin, this volume features stories by Roger Zelazny, Walter Jon Williams, Pat Cadigan, Lewis Shiner, John J. Miller, George R. R. Martin himself and more

Information
Publisher:
Orion Publishing Co
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
438
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780575134133
Publish year:
2012
Publish date:
Dec. 13, 2012

George R.R. Martin

George R.R. Martin is an American author known for his epic fantasy series, "A Song of Ice and Fire," which was adapted into the popular television series, "Game of Thrones." Martin's writing style is characterized by complex characters, intricate plots, and gritty realism. He is credited with revitalizing the fantasy genre by subverting traditional tropes and exploring themes of power, politics, and morality in his work. "A Game of Thrones," the first book in the series, is Martin's most famous work and has garnered critical acclaim for its rich world-building and compelling storytelling. Martin's contributions to literature have had a significant impact on the fantasy genre, earning him a devoted fan base and widespread recognition as one of the most influential authors of his generation.

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