Meyer, Stephenie (2006). New Moon. New York, New York: Little, Brown and Company. ISBN: 9780316024969
608 pages
Classification: Fiction
Genre: Fantasy
Age Level: 15-19
Stars: 4 stars
Subjects: Vampires, Werewolves, High School, Desertion, Relationships, Family
Reader's Annotation
Isabella "Bella" Swan deals with the repercussions of her interactions with another group of vampires with her father when Edward Cullen, her vampire boyfriend, leaves her and she must face high school alone.
Summary
Shortly after this book begins, Bella finds herself in danger again by vampires. Edward Cullen, her vampire boyfriend, feels that it is his presence that has endangered her once again, so he leaves in an effort to remove any destructive presence in her life. This doesn't have the effect that he desired, as Bella seems to be a magnet for disaster. In his absence, Bella turns to her friend Jacob Black, who, as it turns out, is going through a lot of problems on his own caused by the presence of the vampires. As he undergoes a transformation and seems to be deserting her as well, Bella strives to find balance in her life and continues to face any danger head-on.
Notes
The Bella and Edward story gets a twist when Edward leaves Bella. The strife and heartache at the center of this novel show Meyer's writing talent- she handles this very well, better than the lovey-dovey take on Bella and Edward's relationship. The conclusion is somewhat less satisfying, as it appears that all of the characters refuse to use any common sense- or verify facts before leaping to conclusions. Still, this is a quick read that has action and drama mixed together nicely. Readers will especially enjoy the growth (both literal and figurative) that Jacob Black undergoes through this novel as he asserts himself as a contender for Bella's heart.
Awards
New York Times Bestseller
Other Information
The movie Twilight was a domestic and international success, and it looks like the sequel will be following in its cinematic footsteps. Currently slated for release in 2010, New Moon will keep stars Kristen Stewart as Bella and Robert Pattinson as Edward in this film.
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