Wild Cards: A Game of Chance and Destiny in the British Arc

Wild Cards: Book One of the British Arc

Author: George R.R. Martin, John J. Miller, Melinda Snodgrass, Michael Cassutt, Stephen Leigh, Walton Simons, William F. Wu

Knaves Over Queens: A Wild Cards Novel (Book One of the British Arc)

by George R. R. Martin

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3076 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	561 pages

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Genre: Science Fiction, Superhero

Publication Date: 1987

Pages: 368

: 0441560345

Wild Cards is a groundbreaking science fiction series that explores a world where ordinary individuals become extraordinary with the of an alien virus known as the Wild Card. The British Arc is the first book in the series and introduces us to a cast of compelling characters whose lives are forever changed by the virus.

The story takes place in London, England, in an alternate history where the Wild Card virus was released in 1946. The virus affects everyone differently, granting some people superpowers while others are left with debilitating mutations. The resulting society is a complex tapestry of heroes, villains, and everything in between.

One of the most fascinating aspects of the Wild Cards series is the way it explores the human condition. The virus can bring out the best and worst in people, and the characters in the British Arc are no exception. We see characters who struggle with their newfound powers, while others embrace them and use them for good. The series also delves into the political and social implications of a world where people with superpowers are the norm.

The British Arc is a must-read for science fiction fans. It's a complex and thought-provoking story that explores the human condition in a unique and unforgettable way.

Author Bio

George R.R. Martin is an American novelist, screenwriter, and television producer. He is best known for his epic fantasy series, A Song of Ice and Fire, which was adapted into the HBO television series Game of Thrones. Martin has also edited or co-edited a number of anthologies, including the Wild Cards series.

John J. Miller is an American writer and editor. He is best known for his work on the Wild Cards series, which he co-edited with George R.R. Martin. Miller has also written a number of other novels and short stories.

Melinda Snodgrass is an American writer and editor. She is best known for her work on the Wild Cards series, which she co-edited with George R.R. Martin. Snodgrass has also written a number of other novels and short stories.

Character List

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  Golden Boy

  Flight, super strength, invulnerability

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  Croaker

  Healing factor, telepathy, telekinesis

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  Great and Powerful Turtle

  Super strength, invulnerability, teleportation

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  Wacko

  Reality warping, time manipulation, teleportation

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  Dr. Tachyon

  Super speed, teleportation, time manipulation