Aces Abroad – George R.R. Martin

Description

Wild Cards #4: Aces Abroad edited by George R.R. Martin is an exciting instalment in the Wild Cards series, a unique blend of science fiction and superhero storytelling. The series begins with the discovery of the Wild Cards virus, which turns people into Aces (superhuman heroes) or Jokers (mutants), and in this fourth volume, the plague’s global impact is explored. While the virus initially burst into existence over New York City, its effects are felt worldwide, giving rise to Aces and Jokers in every corner of the globe. This novel follows a team of Wild Cards on a fact-finding mission across the world, from the jungles of Haiti to the Great Wall of China and even behind the Iron Curtain, as they investigate how different nations have dealt with their superhuman citizens.

With contributions from some of science fiction’s most imaginative writers, Aces Abroad combines thrilling action with a deep exploration of the global consequences of the Wild Cards virus. The book delves into the personal and political struggles of the Aces and Jokers, offering a fresh perspective on the superhero genre. Fans of the series will find this volume both expansive and engaging, as it widens the scope of the world Martin and his fellow authors have built. Wild Cards #4: Aces Abroad is an essential read for anyone who enjoys superhero fiction with a complex, global twist.