In the bustling heart of New York, a charismatic yet disastrous jeweler named Howard Ratner lives on the edge. His life is a whirlwind of risky bets and questionable decisions, leading him into an seemingly unending spiral of debt. Howard is a master at creating chaos; between a dysfunctional family, his tumultuous relationship with his mistress, and the constant harassment from angry lenders, he always finds a way to get himself into deeper trouble.
Everything changes when a mysterious and valuable Ethiopian opal comes into his possession. Howard sees this gem as the opportunity to turn his luck around and finally pay off his debts. With the help of a friend and a high-stakes bookie, he begins to gamble his future, risking everything he has in this thrilling game of chance. However, as he delves deeper into this dangerous world, things start to spiral out of control. Tensions rise, enemies close in, and time becomes his worst enemy.
As he tries to balance his personal and professional life, Howard realizes that the price of success can be deadly. With an intense narrative and a frenetic pace, the story will grip you in an emotional whirlwind, leaving you on the edge of your seat as he fights for survival in a game where losing is not an option.