The Twilight Series......

After two months, I finally finished the Twilight  series last week.

YES, I am a self-proclaimed bookworm and it took me over two months to read them!!!  Not sure why, but I just couldn't get into these books the way so many other people have.  Or maybe the fact that I took my time reading them had something to do with why I couldn't get into it??  I enjoyed the story for the most part, but I did not think it was the best series I have ever read.  I enjoyed Harry Potter much, much more.

The first book, Twilight, was good.  It introduced the two main characters, Bella and Edward.  I was not hooked after the first book but went ahead and read the 2nd one anyway because I had already purchased it.  The 2nd book, New Moon, took awhile to get going.  I really enjoyed the introduction of a new character, Jacob, and the twist it brought to the story.  The 3rd book, Eclipse, was my favorite and was the one I read the quickest.  I really, really wanted Bella to choose the one she didn't choose.  The 4th book, Breaking Dawn, was kind of far-out there.  I was not happy with the choices Bella made, but it was definitely interesting.  I kind of thought they humanized the whole concept of vampires too much in this book.  When I finally finished the series, I had a sense of relief that they were finally over, rather than sad that there wasn't another book coming out.

I am glad I read the books so now I know what they're all about, but I just can't give them the same glowing recommendation that so many others have.  They were good, but not great.  Did anyone else feel the same way as me??  Or did you think this series was the best ever?

Comments

[gina]

I'm in the middle of the series, just starting Eclipse, and feel the same. Comparing the series to Harry Potter is a blantant overhype, Rowling is a MUCH better and more detailed writer. I am enjoying the simplicity of the series though, of teenage romance, of very simple plot lines. It isn't going to change my life or anything but isn't a waste of time either.

[Hope]

I've only read the first two books, but I feel the same as you.

[Christina Padilla]

hey lady!

Ya know, I never even heard of this book or series until I saw the author on Ellen a few months ago!

they sound so good! I want to see the movie!

[zoe]

i just bought book 1....but i haven't even started it....now i wonder....

[leslie]

I haven't read these yet. I have been debating it for some time now. After I saw the movie trailer for Twilight I did want to read them a little more. So I'm not in a hurry to read them yet, but I will add my name to the wait list at the library for them.

[adrienne]

I LOVED this series. I agree with all the points you made...even with the last book. I didn't like a lot of what happened with Bella but it was still REALLY good. I cant wait to see the movie!

[Rolana]

I am almost finished with the first book in the series and although I like it, I'm not that crazy about it. It seems like it has taken me forever to get through it though and I'm still not finished with it. Don't get me wrong, it's a good book, but I just expected more, considering all the hype it has gotten, but I have purchased the second book and I do plan to finish the series and see the movie. I'm really not a fan of vampire movies or books though and you and I seem to like similar books. So, I'll let you know what I think once I finish the series.

[Samara]

Doesn't it feel good to finish something like that? Good for you! I haven't read any of them, but I have seen them around and think the covers are beautifully done.

[Jessica]

I have yet to read these books, but I am pretty sure they are next on my list. Like you, I don't think I'm going to LOVE them like everyone else, but feel I should read them since I'm a bookworm too and there is so much hype. We shall see!!