Pocket Kings [electronic resource] : A Novel
Ted Heller2012
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A ""highly entertaining"" story of a frustrated novelist who finds fame,
fortune-and trouble-in the world of online poker (The New York Times Book
Review).
When Frank Dixon, a writer who has seen his career crash and burn, decides to
dabble in online poker, he discovers he has a knack for winning. In this
newfound realm, populated by alluring characters-each of them elusive,
mysterious, and glamorous-he becomes a smash success: popular, rich, and loved.
Going by the name Chip Zero, he sees his fortunes and romantic liaisons thrive
in cyberspace while he remains blind to the fact that his real life is sinking.
His online success, however, does not come without complications, as he comes to
realize that his ""virtual"" friends and lovers are, in fact, made of flesh and
blood-and one rival player is not at all happy that Mr. Zero has taken all his
money.
""Brazen, often hilarious . . . An illuminating and fully realized story about
identity and reputation in th...
Main title:
Pocket Kings [electronic resource] : A Novel / Ted Heller
Author:
Ted Heller, Author
Imprint:
[Place of publication not identified] : Algonquin Books, 2012
Collation:
1 online resource (1 text file) (368)
Audience:
"General/trade;General/trade"
System details:
Platform: epubMode of access: Internet
ISBN:
9781616201470
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
437228
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| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
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| Online | Online resource (Member logon) | indyreads - eBook |