Jokers Wild

About the book

The streets of New York have erupted in celebration of Wild Card Day -- the annual event held every 15 September to remember the dead and cherish the living. With each passing year, the festivities become larger and more fevered. And this year -- 1986, the fortieth anniversary -- promises to be the biggest and best Wild Card Day ever. The media and tourists have discovered the celebration, and taverns and restaurants expect record-setting business. But lurking in the background is a twisted genius who cares nothing for fun and festivity. The Astronomer has only one concern: destruction...