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Thirteen Days to Midnight
by
Patrick Carman (Goodreads Author)
You are indestructible. Three whispered words transfer an astonishing power to Jacob Fielding that changes everything. At first, Jacob is hesitant to use the power, unsure of its implications. But there's something addictive about testing the limits of fear.
Then Ophelia James, the beautiful and daring new girl in town, suggests that they use the power to do good, to save o...more
Then Ophelia James, the beautiful and daring new girl in town, suggests that they use the power to do good, to save o...more
Hardcover, 304 pages
Published
April 12th 2010
by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
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This book is not the type I normally read, but I picked it up on the recommendation of a good friend. I am so glad I read Thirteen Days To Midnight. It had action and suspense—I could not put it down. When I was done, I stared at the book and felt as though I had just stepped off a roller coaster.
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“If you could have only one superpower, what would it be?” (p. 3).
This intriguing question frames this story where three words whispered between friends can change every aspect of...more
This book is not the type I normally read, but I picked it up on the recommendation of a good friend. I am so glad I read Thirteen Days To Midnight. It had action and suspense—I could not put it down. When I was done, I stared at the book and felt as though I had just stepped off a roller coaster.
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“If you could have only one superpower, what would it be?” (p. 3).
This intriguing question frames this story where three words whispered between friends can change every aspect of...more
This is a book that slams right out of the gate. Jacob asks what superheroic power you would want, and then tells some of the disadvantages of some popular powers. He then describes how he came to have his particular power and what trouble it brought him. Much of his experience revolves around his friend Milo and new romantic interest Oh. It gets downright creepy near the end, though a backstory involving a famous magician adds definite interest. Things get extremely violent, and personally I wo...more
"If you could have one superpower, what would it be?"
I think everyone has asked themselves this at some point. It was a good way to start the book. Now I have to ask myself "If I could pick one word for this book, what would it be?". That's a tougher question. Since I finished this book maybe twenty minutes ago, I've been asking myself this. I've given myself many answers, but truthfully, there is no one word to describe this book. Why? Because there's so many things packed into these short page...more
I think everyone has asked themselves this at some point. It was a good way to start the book. Now I have to ask myself "If I could pick one word for this book, what would it be?". That's a tougher question. Since I finished this book maybe twenty minutes ago, I've been asking myself this. I've given myself many answers, but truthfully, there is no one word to describe this book. Why? Because there's so many things packed into these short page...more
Thirteen Days to Midnight is a book filled with action, suspense, love, supernatural powers,etc. I really love how he starts off with an simple question:"If you could have one super power, what would it be?" After that little question, he runs with it. The book starts with Jacob who is returning to Holy Cross. His friend,Milo,is trying to get Jacob in the swing of things.once Milo tells Jacob about the new girl in town, he is hooked. He meets Ophelia James, a daring and beautiful girl. It first...more
This book was so good that i finished it in one day. in two hours.
I love the beginning, because it puts everyday stereotypical superpowers (like the ability to fly, telekinesis, telepathy, invisibility, time travel, etc.)on the line and it explains why these powers suck beyond sucking. I've never thought about those powers in that sort of way. And then we get to the real story, where we find out that what? jacob has the power to be invincible and can even transfer it to (one) other person?! no f...more
I love the beginning, because it puts everyday stereotypical superpowers (like the ability to fly, telekinesis, telepathy, invisibility, time travel, etc.)on the line and it explains why these powers suck beyond sucking. I've never thought about those powers in that sort of way. And then we get to the real story, where we find out that what? jacob has the power to be invincible and can even transfer it to (one) other person?! no f...more
May 07, 2012
Dayla
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Thirteen Days to Midnight, by Patrick Carman is a young adult novel that follows orphan Jacob Fielding after his guardian's death and the legacy that is left for him. The premise of this novel is what drew me in since I was curious to see what Jacob experiences and his apparent connection with death. While Carman introduces his character in a pretty neat way, his story wasn't what I was anticipating.
"You are indestructible. Three whispered...more
Thirteen Days to Midnight, by Patrick Carman is a young adult novel that follows orphan Jacob Fielding after his guardian's death and the legacy that is left for him. The premise of this novel is what drew me in since I was curious to see what Jacob experiences and his apparent connection with death. While Carman introduces his character in a pretty neat way, his story wasn't what I was anticipating.
"You are indestructible. Three whispered...more
I really think it's about time Goodreads created an option to rate books half-stars already...but since they haven't yet, I'll put it out there right now that I proudly give this book a solid...
4.5 stars!
And now I guess I'll tell you why...
So I attend a college that is a pretty decent twenty minute-half-hour drive away from my house and I decided one day that to help make the drive just a little less mundane, I'll attempt to listen to an audiobook. Now, I don't know how many of you have ever at...more
4.5 stars!
And now I guess I'll tell you why...
So I attend a college that is a pretty decent twenty minute-half-hour drive away from my house and I decided one day that to help make the drive just a little less mundane, I'll attempt to listen to an audiobook. Now, I don't know how many of you have ever at...more
This is by far one of my favorite books. Forget what i said, it topped the list.
Nothing ever came close, a dark tale of how superpowers could ruin your life or the lives of others.
"What would your superpower be?" Forgive me if I didn't say the line right, but I myself was interested in this question for the longest time. I've read a whole lot of horror stories, goosebumps to cirque du freak. This may not be of the horror genre, but the last two chapters had me shivering in my bed until i convinc...more
Nothing ever came close, a dark tale of how superpowers could ruin your life or the lives of others.
"What would your superpower be?" Forgive me if I didn't say the line right, but I myself was interested in this question for the longest time. I've read a whole lot of horror stories, goosebumps to cirque du freak. This may not be of the horror genre, but the last two chapters had me shivering in my bed until i convinc...more
This was reaaaallll dark. A wee bit creepy-ish, a wee bit chilling, but mostly dark. Thank goodness it wasn't that long or too elaborate, because I don't know how much I would be able to handle. The tension in the book was impeccable. It keeps the story perpetually moving, it keeps you compelled to want to read more. A little violent, but bearable.
When I first started the book, I didn't really know what to expect. Okay, I expected the book to be dark (come on, the cover page, the number "thirtee...more
When I first started the book, I didn't really know what to expect. Okay, I expected the book to be dark (come on, the cover page, the number "thirtee...more
I had spotted this book on the shelves of the library a few times and couldn't decide whether to read it or not, then a teenage boy took it out, and when he brought it back he said it was a very good book, one of the best he had read. So I decided to go with this strangers judgement and give it a go.
Jacob Fielding is in a car crash with his foster father, doing 90mph they hit a tree, Jacob lives, his father doesn't. The last words Jacob remembers hearing before the accident are 'You are Indestru...more
Jacob Fielding is in a car crash with his foster father, doing 90mph they hit a tree, Jacob lives, his father doesn't. The last words Jacob remembers hearing before the accident are 'You are Indestru...more
I'm not sure if I should have given this one a 5, but it certainly doesn't deserve a 4. I enjoyed it, just not as much as other 5's... I can't really tell the difference.
My problems with this book? For a change, I'm going to do it now. I felt that the book had a weak beginning. Everything started fast, too fast - I was thrown into the action without a good understanding of what was going on. It was just, oh, hey, you have powers? I don't know, it just annoyed me a bit. I also felt that Oh was no...more
My problems with this book? For a change, I'm going to do it now. I felt that the book had a weak beginning. Everything started fast, too fast - I was thrown into the action without a good understanding of what was going on. It was just, oh, hey, you have powers? I don't know, it just annoyed me a bit. I also felt that Oh was no...more
You are indestructible. Three whispered words transfer an astonishing power to Jacob Fielding that changes everything. At first, Jacob is hesitant to use the power, unsure of its implications. But there's something addictive about testing the limits of fear.
Then Ophelia James, the beautiful and daring new girl in town, suggests that they use the power to do good, to save others. But with every heroic act, the power grows into the specter of a curse. How to decide who lives and who dies?
In this n...more
Then Ophelia James, the beautiful and daring new girl in town, suggests that they use the power to do good, to save others. But with every heroic act, the power grows into the specter of a curse. How to decide who lives and who dies?
In this n...more
Just before Jacob's Fielding's foster father died, he passed on a secret power to Jacob--invincibility. Jacob unwittingly discovers he can pass it on to people when they most need it. Jacob, his best friend, Milo, and girlfriend Ophelia set out to discover what limits--if any--there are to this power, with Ophelia insisting they have a responsibility to save those in need of a miracle. When the power takes a toll on Ophelia, they find that just because you can pass a power around doesn't mean yo...more
Thirteen Days to Midnight starts off with a simple (at least a first go) premise: What is the best power? Thirteen Days to Midnight tells the compelling story of a boy - named Jacob - who gains the power of indestructibility.
At first, this seems like an amazing gift to Jacob and his friends, especially when they discover that the power can be "given away" by the owner, but only to one person at any time. Jacob's friend, Oh, quickly decides that it is their duty to use this power to save lives, a...more
At first, this seems like an amazing gift to Jacob and his friends, especially when they discover that the power can be "given away" by the owner, but only to one person at any time. Jacob's friend, Oh, quickly decides that it is their duty to use this power to save lives, a...more
This isn't the first time I've read this book, but like always, when you read a book for the second time nothing is the same. When I read the book this time, I realized how little character development Jacob had. He was kind of static for the entire book, and I cherished the moments with Oh and Milo because they were both very prominent characters.
I loved the indestructibility/ death parts of the book. I would feel a certain regard for my survival were I to take a chainsaw to my arm even if I wa...more
I loved the indestructibility/ death parts of the book. I would feel a certain regard for my survival were I to take a chainsaw to my arm even if I wa...more
I borrowed this book from the library because it was in the 'New Books' Section in the Young Adults Area of the library. I always go there first to see if there is anything interesting before browsing the shelves or searching for a book by using ecatalogs. And there, I found Thirteen Days to Midnight. I had mixed feelings about it at first because I looked up the rating for this book on goodreads and it was less than 4 stars average so I wasn't sure if it'd be good, but I decided to start readin...more
"Thirteen Days to Midnight" is a thrilling, intuitive look about how much having too much power without exploring its limitations can have dire consequences. Jacob Fielding is a fifteen year old who's in the aftermath of healing from the unexpected and tragic death of his guardian. Returning to his private school, he deals with his best friend Milo, his rival Ethan, and a new girl that completely attracts him in looks and demeanor (Orphelia, a.k.a Oh).
Things become complicated when Jacob reveals...more
Things become complicated when Jacob reveals...more
"You are indestructible." Those are the last words Mr. Fielding says to his adopted son, Jacob, before they crash into a tree doing sixty. Mr. Fielding dies, and miraculously, Jacob leaves the scene without a scratch. A few weeks later, Jacob returns to Holy Cross, the decaying Catholic school he attends, where his best friend Milo greets him by saying there's a new girl in town. There are hardly ever any new enrollments at Holy Cross, just students leaving for the new South Ridge High, so this...more
Not an entirely new concept for a book Carman has taken it, made it his own, and done so with heart and depth. In his version of being indestructible, of being superhuman, Carman sets an eery tone without inching into what could be the makings of a true horror story. Demonstrating the use of such power for primarily benevolent purpose (again not a new twist) as compared to personal gain is what made the story. I don’t want to spoil the twists and turns but I will say that the battle between good...more
If we had half stars, I'd give this book 4 1/2. It's amazing.
The only thing wrong with it was that when Father Tim brings out all these Bible verses to back up his idea that everybody is saved even if they don't choose Christ. I was intrigued by this idea, so I got out my Bible and looked them up. And, well... half of the verses don't even relate to his point, and the other half have been taken out of context. So, so much. What's weird is that the book didn't even need this particular thought ab...more
The only thing wrong with it was that when Father Tim brings out all these Bible verses to back up his idea that everybody is saved even if they don't choose Christ. I was intrigued by this idea, so I got out my Bible and looked them up. And, well... half of the verses don't even relate to his point, and the other half have been taken out of context. So, so much. What's weird is that the book didn't even need this particular thought ab...more
The idea is that Jacob Fielding receives a gift/curse from his foster dad just before their car crashes into a tree. Mr. Fielding, the dad, dies but Jacob lives because Fielding utters the words "You are indestructible" and passes on his own power of indestructibility.
Jacob didn’t know anything about this and he’s coming to terms with the power (the crash happened a week ago). He’s now living with a bunch of priests because Father Tim is his guardian (and the principal of the school Jacob atten...more
Jacob didn’t know anything about this and he’s coming to terms with the power (the crash happened a week ago). He’s now living with a bunch of priests because Father Tim is his guardian (and the principal of the school Jacob atten...more
THIRTEEN DAYS TO MIDNIGHT absolutely blew me away. It’s an intense thrill-ride of moral dilemma, love and death and had me hooked from the beginning.
This book was breathtaking. The build up in the beginning, to when we find out about Jacob’s power, was perfect. Once Ophelia and Jacob’s best friend Milo find out, the action is non-stop until the end of the book. Carman’s idea for this power that Jacob has is amazing. The legend behind it and the way it can be used (and not used) is very unique. M...more
This book was breathtaking. The build up in the beginning, to when we find out about Jacob’s power, was perfect. Once Ophelia and Jacob’s best friend Milo find out, the action is non-stop until the end of the book. Carman’s idea for this power that Jacob has is amazing. The legend behind it and the way it can be used (and not used) is very unique. M...more
I really, really loved this book. However, I wish Goodreads would offer half-stars for rating, because even though it is a fantastic book, I would not rate it 5 stars.
Thirteen Days To Midnight is organized in a fashion of counting down days to the climax, thirteen days from the start of the book. This format was interesting to read and exciting, in that I was aware of how much "time" is left.
I would definitely recommend this to friends, with caution of course. Because this book acknowledges the...more
Thirteen Days To Midnight is organized in a fashion of counting down days to the climax, thirteen days from the start of the book. This format was interesting to read and exciting, in that I was aware of how much "time" is left.
I would definitely recommend this to friends, with caution of course. Because this book acknowledges the...more
I have just recently finished the book Thirteen Days To Midnight, and I must say it kept we awake all night even though I did not have to do so. It is a book you read through the eyes of a teenage boy who has a hidden secret. I connected well to the book and I believe that many other people will be able to do so as well. The main Characters name is Jacob, and he has spent most of his time moving from foster house to foster house, until he met Mr. Fielding. He settled down with him and met Milo,...more
When I originally purchased Thirteen Days to Midnight, I had no idea what it was really about. It seemed like a promising story and lately I have been really into reading books with male protagonists, so when I picked this one up, I decided to give it a chance. And I am glad I did!
Thirteen Days to Midnight by Patrick Carman is an YA psychological thriller with a hint of the supernatural. Sounds like a great combination right? It was fantastic! I loved how Carman kept you guessing throughout the...more
Thirteen Days to Midnight by Patrick Carman is an YA psychological thriller with a hint of the supernatural. Sounds like a great combination right? It was fantastic! I loved how Carman kept you guessing throughout the...more
The question is asked at the beginning of the book and at the end of the book: "If you could have only one superpower what would it be?" Well, Jacob doesn't get a choice of power, it was thrust upon him one day when it saved his life. His only source of information, Mr. Fielding, gone at the same time it happened. Actually, Jacob really doesn't know what really happened... IF anything really happened, but he does know that he is alive when he should be dead. However, when he meets Ophelia, or Oh...more
A split second before his foster parent, Mr. Fielding, dies, Jacob Fielding is given a dangerously unpredictable power: invincibility. He doesn't discover this amazing ability, however, until Ophelia James comes to town and brings a load of unintentional trouble with her.
Told from Jacob's point of view, the story starts out with a simple, but vital question: If you could have any one superpower, what would it be? He goes on to explain how he has asked people this question multiple times and is a...more
Told from Jacob's point of view, the story starts out with a simple, but vital question: If you could have any one superpower, what would it be? He goes on to explain how he has asked people this question multiple times and is a...more
I was so disappointed with this book. The whole thing seemed a little unfocused and a bit random. The whole book just dragged on from start to finish. Jacob finds out that he has a superpower and so he and his two friends, Milo and Ophelia (Oh), decide to play with it and see how far it can take them. Pretty much the whole book consisted of these teenagers harming themselves to see if they can become injured whilst they have the power. After that, they decide to try and save a couple of people b...more
Originally on From Book to Hooked.
Review on blog: 3.5/5 stars
Thirteen Days to Midnight introduced me to a really unique idea. I don't think I've ever read anything quite like this before, and I wish I could have given it a higher rating. Despite the few things that drew me away from the story (stated below) I really did enjoy this book!
Jacob Fielding's life was changed by three whispered words. He's given a power has can't even begin to understand. When Ophelia James moves to town, she suggests...more
Review on blog: 3.5/5 stars
Thirteen Days to Midnight introduced me to a really unique idea. I don't think I've ever read anything quite like this before, and I wish I could have given it a higher rating. Despite the few things that drew me away from the story (stated below) I really did enjoy this book!
Jacob Fielding's life was changed by three whispered words. He's given a power has can't even begin to understand. When Ophelia James moves to town, she suggests...more
This book is one of the best books I have read recently. It followed the story of Jacob, a foster child who was driving with his foster dad when they got into a terribe accident, only he survived without a scratch and his foster dad did not. Jacob then found out that he was indestructible and could pass on "the diamond" to anyone by saying the words "you are indestructible." Jacob, his friend Milo and new girlfriend Oh battle as they figure out how they can use this new found power. Oh insists o...more
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I have been a lifelong writer and storyteller. Salem, Oregon is where I spent my formative years and I graduated from Willamette University. After college, I spent a decade living in Portland, Oregon where I worked in advertising, game design, and technology.
I've written young adult and children's books for Scholastic, Little Brown Books For Young Readers and Katherine Tegen Books/ HarperCollins P...more
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