Themes
Key
LitCharts assigns a color and icon to each theme in I Am the Messenger, which you can use to track the themes throughout the work.
Circumstance vs. Choice
Heroism, Sainthood, and Ordinariness
Purpose, Success, and Meaning
Hope, Caring, and Beauty
Summary
Analysis
Before Ed leaves for Audrey’s house the next night, Marv arrives at Ed’s place. He asks Ed if he still needs the money he asked for. Ed assures him he doesn’t need any money. He explains to Marv the missions he has received through the cards and how Marv belonged to the Ace of Hearts. Ed says he has to go, and Marv deduces that he is on his way to Audrey.
Marv’s offer of money shows how caring for his family has made him a radically more generous person. Additionally, Ed once again shows that a seemingly immoral act of deception can be justified if the act is used to help others.
Themes
