Twilight Book Review

Well... during our trip (mostly on the way home), I jumped on the Twilight bandwagon. It's totally addicting.

Twilight by Stephenie Meyer

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really didn't have any interest in this book when I first heard the buzz around it. Vampires? Teen lit? No thanks.

But, I'm hooked now. I'm embarrassed about how much I loved this book. But, not quite embarrassed enough to tell you.

Somehow, the author draws you in from the first page. I don't know how. I cannot put my finger on it. But, she does. Maybe it is partially that she vividly describes details of surroundings (although not as much the characters). I found it so engaging to be able to really see the scenes. Maybe it's because it's a different type of love story - with lust, obsession and even hatred at times. Maybe it's that you know something is coming... and you are just waiting. Whatever it is, it works.

And, from the beginning, I couldn't put the book down. I read the entirety of the first book in 24 hours, while traveling. I think this is a great book for travel time, because it goes quickly.

While the book is long, it is a quick read. I've not been this "into" a book... well... ever?

I laughed and cried. I talked to friends about my thoughts and feelings. I fought with myself about whether I loved or hated Edward (sorry, gals... I'm not quite past disdain towards him, no matter how gorgeous and romantic he is).

All in all, this book is a must-read, in my opinion. It draws you in, engages you throughout, and ends making you immediately rush for the next book in the series. Is it irrational? Unrealistic? Embarrassing? Sure... but I'm okay with that.

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