King of a small world

Joey is a great poker player: ruthless, sharp, and hugely aware. At twenty-five, he knows more about himself and the human spirit than most people learn in a lifetime. In cards and in life he plays honestly - true to himself, the game, his friends and enemies alike. But when a perennial loser who Joey beats blows himself away, Joey's poker freedom starts to crumble, and his game confidence with it. Suddenly the stakes have changed, and everything's wild. Between communities - rich and poor, black and white, Asian and American - Joey's getting squeezed, his loyalties divided. He's a poker-boss at the newest charity casino, but it's got too many wiseguys and not enough wisdom. His latest girlfriend is gambling-obsessed, desperate for the action that has her addicted. And his old girlfriend, pregnant and angry, is forcing love into his life with a baby who might not be his. It may just be time for Joey to put down his cards and walk away from the table.

Year

1995

Language

English

Publisher

Arcade Publishing

Editions

4

Pages

288

ISBN

9781559707312

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