A darkly funny and ultimately uplifting thriller from the author of }The Book Thief{. Ed Kennedy is just your average underage taxi driver until he single-handedly manages to catch a bank robber, then receives a playing card in the mail; the Ace of Diamonds. This is the first message. Four more will follow. But before this particular card game can end, Ed will be changed forever. Ages: 12+ From the author of The Book Thief comes this darkly funny and ultimately uplifting thriller which proves that anyone can be extraordinary. Ed Kennedy is just your less-than-average Joe who is hopelessly in love with his best friend, Audrey. But before this particular card game can end, Ed will be changed forever .