The Ambitious Card

Psychics are being murdered and magician Eli Marks is the top suspect. His greatest trick? Not becoming the next victim. The first book in a fun & funny mystery series.

"The Ambitious Card is intelligently written and ... entirely engrossing." - Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine

The life of a magician isn't all kiddie shows and card tricks. Sometimes it's murder. Especially when magician Eli Marks very publicly debunks a famed psychic, and said psychic ends up dead. The evidence, including a bloody King of Diamonds playing card (one from Eli's own Ambitious Card routine), directs the police right to Eli.

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"This is a hugely entertaining crime novel, packed full of comedy....Warm, funny and well-plotted-a book to brighten any grey day. Do read it " - FictionFan's Book Reviews

"The Ambitious Card is a must read " - Books and Looks

"Before I had even finished the first chapter I had fallen in love with Eli. He is intelligent, sensitive, witty and, suddenly, the main suspect in a series of murders...well written, fast paced and exciting." - The Frugal Mennonite

"The deftly-plotted mystery is enriched by Eli's relationships with his ex-wife, her new husband, his old-school stage magician Uncle Harry, and an interesting collection of people and places in and around St. Paul...This stylish novel is filled with interesting details, snappy dialogue, and appealing characters." - More Than a Review

"This story is very well written and fun to read. I would definitely read another Eli Marks Mystery " - A Simple Taste for Reading

"I had a great time reading The Ambitious Card. I don't read many series, but I'm definitely willing to go on another adventure with Eli." - The Writerly Reader

"Well, Dear Reader, would I recommend The Ambitious Card? Would I read another Eli Marks mystery? Yes, I would do both." - Charlie Britten, Write On

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