num_pages: 426
description: A shared-universe superhero prose anthology edited by George R.R. Martin.It all began in 1946, when the bizarre, gene-altering Wild Cards virus was unleashed in the skies over New York City. A virus that created superpowered Aces and bizarre, disfigured Jokers. Now, thirty years later, the victims face a new nightmare. From the far reaches of space comes The Swarm, a deadly menace that could very well destroy the planet. Putting aside their hatred and mistrust, Aces and Jokers must form an uneasy alliance and prepare for a battle they must not lose. . . .
language: English
title: Wild Cards
titlecomplete: Wild Cards (Wild Cards, #1)
genres: Fiction, Science Fiction, Short Stories, Superheroes, Anthologies, Alternate History, Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Audiobook
ratings_count: 12977
series: Wild Cards
awards: awardedAt: 536486400000
name: Locus Award
category: Best Anthology
publisher: Ibooks