julew is offline julew Post #11  December 7,2008, 8:05pm
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I haven't read the book yet but I did take my teenage daughter to go and see the movie. All I could say was "WOW!" when it finished. It was an incredibly intense romance story for being a "teen movie". I was very impressed and am now hounding her to finish the book so I can read it. What I did appreciate was that it gave me the chance to talk to her about unrealistic expectations in a relationship. After seeing this movie and the intensity of the connection between Edward and Bella it was important that we were able to discuss actual relationships and how we have to be careful not to let something like this blind us to the opportunities in our lives and relationships.
 
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julew,372233 wrote :

I haven't read the book yet but I did take my teenage daughter to go and see the movie. All I could say was "WOW!" when it finished. It was an incredibly intense romance story for being a "teen movie". I was very impressed and am now hounding her to finish the book so I can read it. What I did appreciate was that it gave me the chance to talk to her about unrealistic expectations in a relationship. After seeing this movie and the intensity of the connection between Edward and Bella it was important that we were able to discuss actual relationships and how we have to be careful not to let something like this blind us to the opportunities in our lives and relationships.
If you thought the movie was great... OMG read the book. THEN you can talk about unrealistic expectations lol. However, I've now turned into a sap romantic and now want to find my Jacob or Edward... whomever totally not picky. I've now decided I'm ready to let myself get blinded by other opportunities by someone like that. HELLOOO IM READY!! CAN YOU HEaR ME?!?!?!
 
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ok, i so have to agree with all of these comments! I took my little sister (she's only 10, but rather mature, and loves vampires) to see the movie. When we got home, my brother asked her how she liked it, her honest response "too much romance, not enough vampire." lol! I loved the movie, so I read all four of the novels over Thanksgiving weekend. And now i'm an addict. i will admit it. - and i have to agree, Midnight Sun (the 5th book)seems to be my favorite so far. Seeing his perspective on the whole situation! Amazing! And I totally agree, SweetKatie, that the characters of Jacob and Edward have only served to raise my expectations for my "guy at the end of the movie" that much more.
 
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SweetKatieA, wrote :

I'm obsessed with this book. It's written by Stephanie Meyer and it's fairy embaressing considering it's written to be a teen romance. However... I'm completely smitten. Not only am I smitten but I think I've been forever ruined with my relationships because I want something that seems completely unattainable... the relationship these two characters have. Sigh. I didn't know I was such a romantic until I becaome completely obsessed. Lol. I suck. READ THIS BOOK.... I did in a day. Then I finished the other three that same week. The movie comes out the 21st and my family, friends and I (who I've gotten completely smitten as well) are going to the midnight showing to hang out with all the other teenyboppers that I've come to terms with are on the same wavelength as me. Anyone else want to admit their obsession??????

Katie I would have to agree with you on this one I too am obsessed with this book and the other 3 that follow. I have gotten all my friends and family addicted to these books and am a little embarrassed to say I have seen the movie 5 times and cant wait for the second to come out next year! I am team Edward all the way OMG that is my dream man where do I sign up!?!?! Lol but now that im done with the books and have read them more then once I don’t know what to do with my extra time I need a new book….???? Any suggestions??? Anyone? [/b]
 
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The books are definitely addicting and completely fantastic! Edward makes every other guy look like a complete jerk.
 
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The Twilight series has left me overwhelmed wanting everything that I have never had. It is amazing how an author can write a perfect love story concluding with the perfect marriage/honeymoon and the happily ever after. I have read all four books, the 12 available chapters of Midnight Sun, seen the movie, and have even read the outtakes and extras on SM's website. I'm thinking about reading them all over again, but the romance is taking its toll on me. I hate the period of time between Christmas and Valentine's Day! The holidays were not the right time to read the series nor is this time the right to to read them again.


I agree that the love story sets an unrealistic example for a relationship, but when you have nothing else, I guess you can live vicariously through the story.
 
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Okay i just Had to comment. I was skeptical when i picked up twilight but it surprised me and i enjoyed it. But i'm not so sure the rest are really as great as i'm hearing everyone else say they are. I mean i'm on Breaking Dawn and so far i'm not sure i like it. New moon just peeved me off and i think eclipse was enjoyable. Oh btwi didn't read all the responses but Meyer is releasing her next book despite the leak.


I'm a bit biased on my opinion of the books though because i'm a big romance reader, reallyjust a big reader in general,and i guess i was hoping for too much. But as a teen romance type book it's ok, just ok not to die for or anything. Personally my favorite Vampire series that i've read is the Anita Blake Vampire hunter series. Those books i'm addicted too. Laurell K Hamilton is brilliant. I read her writing and can't put it down until i know what happens next. Vivid Characters and plots. Fantastic.
 
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My 14 year old read through all of the books twice and I am currently on Eclipse. I have not seen the movie yet, but she has, of course! We've already pre-ordered the DVD and I can't wait to see it! She also read Stephanie Meyer's The Host and said she was impressed by how different the story and style was from the Twilight series. My book list is now based on her reading lol
 
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My daughter read all the books and when the movie came out, I took her to see it and I was totally engrossed to learn more. I read all four within about a few weeks time - pacing myself to svaor them. The DVD will be released in March and barely scrapes the surface of the book but definitely provides the feel or essence of Bella and Edward's connection. It is surreal and erotic in a non-explicit way. My son now is reading them too. They are a must read for anyone interested in delving into the fascinating world of mythical creatures - so to speak - and a profound eternal love. *smiles*
 
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alisa28,370138 wrote :

SweetKatieA,367097 wrote :


alisa28,362554 wrote :


SweetKatieA you are not alone in your obsession or age range! I left my teens quite some time ago but am also obsessed with these books. I do wish they would stop calling it a teen phenom. I'm starting to re-read them now and have seen the movie (which wasn't great) twice now. BUT, have you read the 5th book which is the story from Edward's perspective??? It's posted on www.StephenieMeyer.com. So far she's decided not to finish it (but posted it on her site)because someone leaked it onto the internet. If its possible, I think I might have likedthe 5that least as much or better than the first one.


Yes, I have read the 5th book. I think it's fabulous. Bella can be really boring if you stop and think about it. Edwards side of the story was way more interesting. I'm mad at Meyer... kinda babyish not finishing it. I know she had someone close to her leak it but to lose all that money plus be a baby to her fans who are dying for more stuff. Just pretty dumb.


Agreed. I do think she'll eventually get over it and complete the 5th book. Especially now that there are so many fans and so much money to make. You're right - Edwards story was awesome. I was watching the page #'s tick by hoping it would last longer. I think the movie would have been better if they had incorporated some of his thoughts (andBella's for that matter) into it.
Took the words right out of my mouth. I absolutely LOVED Edwards perspective, thought the same thing (that the movie wouldn't be as good if they didn't portray any of the head-noise, even though I acknowledged it would be difficult to do it justice either way) and here I thought I was the only one going "Man is she average and boring. WhatDOES he see in her ???" If we had heard his thoughts from the beginning it would have destroyed any mystery so I guess they made the only call they could.
 
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