Children’s-book author Patrick Carman gives writing for young adults a go in Thirteen Days to Midnight. The plot follows Jacob Fielding, who has suddenly become indestructible. Afraid of his new power, Jacob nonetheless tries it out and finds the thrill of testing his physical and emotional limits intoxicating. That is, until the Grim Reaper shows up. 7 p.m. Blue Willow Bookshop, 14532 Memorial Drive. For information, call 281-497-8675 or visit www.bluewillowbookshop.com. Free.
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This article appears in Apr 22-28, 2010.