I think New Moon by Stephenie Meyer is an excellent follow up story to Twilight. I would definitely recommend New Moon and for people to read the entire book series. There are 4 in total.
Of all the books in the series though the common theme is that New Moon was the least favorite. Majority said it was because it was so slow moving in comparison to the others. My perspective is a bit different. I enjoyed reading Twilight, but it didn't make me thirst for more (pun intended) in the way New Moon did. Before I even finished New Moon I had the third book Eclipse in hand and couldn't wait to start it.
In comparing Twilight and New Moon, I would have to say that I enjoyed both the characters and the story telling much more in New Moon. I didn't enjoy the character of Bella Swan in Twilight. To me she was whiny and immature and became tiresome to listen to. In New Moon though, Bella's character matured so much and I felt that she was transforming herself into a self reliant individual and was at least trying to move on with her life by facing her pain and loss. The whole story of her trying the life of a thrill seeker was original since Bella is a self proclaimed, perpetually clumsy individual. So this new side of her character was refreshing. Something you wouldn't have expected the character of Bella to ever do. And the story made me feel the emotions that Bella Swan and Jacob Black were experiencing. I felt the intensity, confusion, desperation, anguish, and love between the two characters and I became completely absorbed into their story. I was able to get to know each character on a much deeper level than I had in Twilight. The action at the end was full of adventure and was completely dangerous. I could picture things so vividly and my heart raced with anticipation. I became lost in it. To me that means the author did an outstanding job in telling the story to the reader. I appreciate and admire that kind of story telling ability so much.
The relationship between Jake and Bella is so endearing and innocent despite the hope you have for Edward to enter back into the picture. It is easy to become very fond of Jake in a “rooting for the underdog kind of way”. I found that I secretly hoped he succeeded in his quest for love. Wow, I didn't see that coming. I think this intense relationship between Bella and Jake becomes a great dynamic to the story.
Stephenie Meyer did a fantastic job telling the story of New Moon. She did so with deliberate and elaborate details that effortlessly carry you into the world of New Moon. This book has effortlessly submerged me into the world of vampires and werewolves.
For more information about the author you can visit Stephenie Meyers web site. Just so you New Moon fans are aware, Stephenie Meyer has posted a draft called Midnight Sun. To sum it up, it is the story of Twilight but told from Edward's point of view. You may be interested in reading it and you can read the DRAFT of Midnight Sun here.
I'm wondering? Which book did you enjoy more, Twilight or New Moon? I would love to hear your thoughts. Leave your comments below.
In case any of you haven't seen the New Moon trailer yet you can click on the link below. I have watched the movie and I think it was fantastic. I think they did a good job in keeping ture to the book. Let me know what you think of the movie!
New Moon Movie Trailer!
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