I Am The Messenger
Zusak, M. (2002). I am the messenger. NY: Random House.
Ed Kennedy is a 19 year old taxi driver who becomes a hero when he stops a bank robber. Then, he gets a playing card with addresses. Each one leads him to a person that needs his help. Ed's character changes from a teenager with no ambition to a special person who has changed the lives of many with his messages. He shows such kindness to an old lady who needs somebody to love. He demonstrates humor when he tries to get more people to attend church service by advertising "Free Beer!" He exemplifies bravery when he saves a wife from her abusive husband. Readers may connect with his dysfunctional relationship with his mother. The theme is stated at the end of the story when we find out who gave Ed the cards, "If a guy like you can stand up and do what you did, then maybe everyone can. Maybe everyone can live beyond what they're capable of all." This is a Printz Honor book and written by the author of Book Thief, one of my favorite books of all time.
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