Sleeper Straddle

Set in the expansive Wild Cards universe, this collection of intertwined short stories explores a world altered by an alien virus that grants some individuals superpowers while others mutate in bizarre ways. Central to the narrative is Croyd Crenson, a character known as "The Sleeper," who unexpectedly finds himself split into six different incarnations with distinct appearances and abilities. As these versions of Croyd strive to reunite before they are lost forever, the stories weave through his colorful, unpredictable life and the ongoing chaos caused by the virus’s effects. Featuring contributions from multiple authors, this anthology offers a rich, complex look at a universe filled with heroism, mutation, and survival.