katelyn162's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
andresrc0609's review against another edition
4.0
Las aventuras de Bella, Edward y su flamante volvo plateado
laylaf16's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I believe that Bella is/was suicidal also mommy
Issues and older men
Issues and older men
elia25's review against another edition
1.0
it's okay..... It's thr best one out of the series I you haven't seen how boring and dumb Bella is so it's kinda good if you're reading itt for the first time and haven't seen the movies before
piscesreader1111's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
3.5
jaimee6314's review against another edition
mysterious
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
rachachisaur's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
0.25
This was a reread 15 years after I first read the book, and oh my lord I have no idea how I ever thought this was good reading material. This book is an abomination.
The only likeable characters in this story are the high school friends, whom Bella treats like absolute trash, and Jacob, who she manipulates and also treats badly. Bella, Edward, and the Cullen are all somehow simultaneously awful while having absolutely no personality whatsoever.
I had also forgotten that literally nothing happens in this book until the very end. And even that one big event happens randomly out of nowhere and was jarring within the story, If Bella or Edward had even an inkling of personality aside from being unpleasant, the story might make sense. In a loosely cobbled together sort of way. But they don’t and it doesn’t.
No important or enlightening conversations take place, even when the setting would call for one (such as the hotel stay), nor do Edward and Bella spend any sort of quality or bonding time together. Aside from Edward rapid fire questioning her about her life for a few day, they don’t even try to get to know each other. And when they do spend time together, Edward fluctuates between treating Bella like an incompetent child - literally carrying her around like one - and being downright mean to her. Because he loathes himself for being attracted to her.
Entire essays have been written on the toxic nature of Bella and Edward’s relationship, but I had forgotten how consistently Edward and his whole family violate Bella’s consent. In every possible situation and at every possible level.
On top of all the problems with the story itself, the writing is incredibly basic and boring. It feels as though the author has never seen or described an attractive person before and therefore fails to convey any sort of effective image of these supposedly god-like vampires. The dialogue is incredibly basic and boring, and the repetition of the same phrases and actions gets distracting real fast.
When I say that this book has given me a new respect for and appreciation of every single other book and author I’ve rated below 2 stars in the past, I truly mean it.
The only likeable characters in this story are the high school friends, whom Bella treats like absolute trash, and Jacob, who she manipulates and also treats badly. Bella, Edward, and the Cullen are all somehow simultaneously awful while having absolutely no personality whatsoever.
I had also forgotten that literally nothing happens in this book until the very end. And even that one big event happens randomly out of nowhere and was jarring within the story, If Bella or Edward had even an inkling of personality aside from being unpleasant, the story might make sense. In a loosely cobbled together sort of way. But they don’t and it doesn’t.
No important or enlightening conversations take place, even when the setting would call for one (such as the hotel stay), nor do Edward and Bella spend any sort of quality or bonding time together. Aside from Edward rapid fire questioning her about her life for a few day, they don’t even try to get to know each other. And when they do spend time together, Edward fluctuates between treating Bella like an incompetent child - literally carrying her around like one - and being downright mean to her. Because he loathes himself for being attracted to her.
Entire essays have been written on the toxic nature of Bella and Edward’s relationship, but I had forgotten how consistently Edward and his whole family violate Bella’s consent. In every possible situation and at every possible level.
On top of all the problems with the story itself, the writing is incredibly basic and boring. It feels as though the author has never seen or described an attractive person before and therefore fails to convey any sort of effective image of these supposedly god-like vampires. The dialogue is incredibly basic and boring, and the repetition of the same phrases and actions gets distracting real fast.
When I say that this book has given me a new respect for and appreciation of every single other book and author I’ve rated below 2 stars in the past, I truly mean it.
biv1949's review against another edition
5.0
This will always be a 5 star book for me, it’s such a nostalgia book and I just love the early days of Bella and Eddie boy
manadabomb's review against another edition
3.0
I finally broke down and read this. My friend Shelly recommended it and since I trust her instincts, I got a copy from the library. After being 20 millionth in line....
This was an entertaining teen romance-type book between a vampire and a chick. Buffy and Angel, they are definitely NOT. Edward and Bella, our young couple, meet in school after Bella transfers to Forks to live with her dad. Edward is apparently a stunning specimen of flesh (seeing the movie posters makes me beg to differ) and Bella is soon madly in love as only a teenager can be. Are they doomed? What, with him being a bloodsucker and all? Who knows....this is only the first book in the series. I'm in line for the next book, #10,001.
So far, I agree that this is a cute series, definitely made for teens but entertaining for everyone. Quick reads, I'll never purchase the books and probably won't see the movie, but it will be a fun journey to see what happens to these kiddos.
I do have a quibble: vampires DO NOT and never ever should *sparkle*. Geesh.
This was an entertaining teen romance-type book between a vampire and a chick. Buffy and Angel, they are definitely NOT. Edward and Bella, our young couple, meet in school after Bella transfers to Forks to live with her dad. Edward is apparently a stunning specimen of flesh (seeing the movie posters makes me beg to differ) and Bella is soon madly in love as only a teenager can be. Are they doomed? What, with him being a bloodsucker and all? Who knows....this is only the first book in the series. I'm in line for the next book, #10,001.
So far, I agree that this is a cute series, definitely made for teens but entertaining for everyone. Quick reads, I'll never purchase the books and probably won't see the movie, but it will be a fun journey to see what happens to these kiddos.
I do have a quibble: vampires DO NOT and never ever should *sparkle*. Geesh.
judy_w's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0