"They were all stars, my friend. But together... together they were the heavens."After a mysterious explosion destroys his circus ship in New York Harbour, Kal Klondike is at his lowest ebb. His empire obliterated and his reputation ruined, he is forced to start out all over again. Taking on a management role in a travelling wild west show, Klondike finds the road to salvation to be long and treacherous. But he is not alone. There are always stars. Old ones and new talents, aiming to become superstars of the big top. And friends who will do anything to help the rugged circus boss. As Klondike puts together a new show, a path back to the top emerges. But the comeback trail is full of jolts and surprises. And old enemies, who had put his troupe out of business... and want to keep it that way.Kal Klondike had managed a host of stars once. And he was determined to do it again.