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Twilight, I know I am probably way behind the times but I have just read the first one in a day and OMG

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sherby · 04/10/2008 22:47

I think I may be slightly in love

Couldn't put it down, off to waterstones tomorrow to get the next ones, tell me i'm no the only one

Haven't read a book in ages that has kept me that interested, even DH said that must be good, I was still reading whilst stirring the soup

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georgimama · 01/12/2008 22:08

good good, will add to chrimbo list!

Flamesparrow · 01/12/2008 21:56

for jacob lovers

Flamesparrow · 01/12/2008 21:56

Yes.

georgimama · 01/12/2008 21:43

Are these books likely to be of interest to a 29 year old who has never quite got over the tension of whether she prefers Angel or Spike?

IhaveaSONcalledJesse · 01/12/2008 21:32

I'm a bit pissed off that they've become so popular actually. I started reading them a few years ago when I bought the first one in Orlando not realising it was for teens. I wanted it to be my secret.

It appeals because there's sooooooo much sexual tension.

Hearing other people talking about it feels like listening to someone one talking about sleeping with my Husband - so could you please stop!

I am 28 with two DC's and a very happy marriage. My Husband is almost Edward Cullen, but not quite. And I think I'd sacrifice it all for just an hour as Bella!

VintageGardenia · 20/11/2008 21:56

Also "snarfed" and "scarfed" in relation to food annoyed me.

Jacob any day.

Dior · 20/11/2008 21:47

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LurkerOfTheUniverse · 20/11/2008 21:35

lol at that website

VintageGardenia · 20/11/2008 18:28

Well I bitched about the standard of writing and characterisation but it wasn't bad enough to keep me away, I've just finished Breaking Dawn, I read all four on the trot.

I did enjoy them (in a way!) but I am relieved I will never again have to read the lines "I rolled my eyes" and "He wrapped his arms around my waist" which seemed to occur every 2 pages.

I am "conflicted" . Shelled out for all four books, scarcely took a breath between em, and will no doubt shell out for film.

For proper fans, you can actually buy ring and bracelet online from this beautifully designed website and your Edward or Jacob hoodie.

LyraSilver · 11/11/2008 12:46

Although I read all the books, it was more just to see if anything really interesting happened.. the plot and writing did leave alot to be desired. The books are really not in the same league as His Dark Materials by Pullman or the Potter books. I do think that the first book will make a good film, not too complicated, lots of action and attractive characters.

LyraSilver · 11/11/2008 12:41

Haven't read the whole thread so this may be a repeat but you can read the 'new' book written from Edwards point of view on her website.. stephaniemeyer.com.
Cant wait to see the film, although, as usual the characters all look so different to the way I had imagined them.

LurkerOfTheUniverse · 10/11/2008 17:21

I have finished the last one, feel quite bereft now

the Volturi are quite tiresome though

Thefairiesmademedoit · 10/11/2008 13:02

Right, okay I am a fairly sensible 35 year old (honest), but, OMG I love these books.

I ordered the first 2 Twilight books based on reviews on here, thinking that they would be something I might like. I didn't have a chance to even look at them until DS2 woke up briefly one night after everyone had gone to bed. After giving him a cuddle, I was waiting 10 mins to see if he would drop of, so picked up the first book for "10 mins"....

In fact stayed up until 5AM and finished it. DH husband pointed out that when you get out of bed in the middle of the night you're supposed to get back into bed.

DH husband has been informed that he is coming with me to the film.

Sad aren't I, lol.

LurkerOfTheUniverse · 03/11/2008 19:22

yes, tis true, read one you've read them all

did like 19 minutes though

janeite · 03/11/2008 19:07

Agreed Lurker: but Jodie Picoult doesn't seem to actually "write" anyway: she has one of those machines from "1984" that you just twist around to get a different setting and a couple of different character names, with a slightly different "issue" each time but the same plot!

sleepyeyes · 03/11/2008 18:45

Just about to start the second one tonight,looking forward to more Jacobe.

LurkerOfTheUniverse · 03/11/2008 14:19

i think she writes much better than say, Jodi Picoult

LurkerOfTheUniverse · 03/11/2008 14:18

i don't think the writing is shoddy, just not very sophisticated to an adult reader

can't WAIT for the film

sleepyeyes · 03/11/2008 13:59

The film is out in the UK on the 19th of December, I know what I will be doing over the xmas holidays.

littlelamb · 03/11/2008 13:11

SPOILER

And just to be really pedantic, did anyone else notice how in Breaking Dawn they never strap that child in?? I know being immortal and eveything, it's probably not necessary, but it was always 'and she was sat on my lap while we were in a porsche speeding at 100 mph'

VintageGardenia · 03/11/2008 13:01

I don't think being aimed at teens is an excuse for shoddy writing though.

VintageGardenia · 03/11/2008 13:01

FIrst one is Twilight by Stephenie Meyer.

alleve · 03/11/2008 13:00

The author is Stephenie Meyer, the first is 'twilight' and a film is due out. 4 books in the series. They are aimed at teens.

MamaG · 03/11/2008 12:57

Oh I always like a new book

What is the title and author, I'l order one now

alleve · 03/11/2008 12:55

My DD 14 is reading the series. It's taken her a week to get to the 4th book. She is in love with Edward too.

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