In New Moon, by Stephenie Meyer, Edward and his family leave Forks because he
believes he is endangering Bella's life. Bella goes into a depression until she
develops a strong friendship with Jacob , she finally knows he can shape
himself to a wolf. jacob protects bella from Victoria, a vampire seeking to
avenge the death of her mate James Bella and Edward are reunited, and she and
the Cullens return to Forks.Ireally love the book it made me want to read the whole series. I saw the movie also and its nothing compared to the book in my opinion. the book explains so much. I loved the book I would strongly recommend it.
Reviewed by J.M., grade 12
Central Library
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This book is the sequel of Twilight. Bella is extremely distressed because she is turning 18 and means that she is technically one year older than her vampire soul-mate Edward. But the small get together that they have goes horribly wrong and Edward realizes he is a danger to Bella. But when he leaves Bella has no meaning in her life and completely loses her mind. then she gets closer to Jacob who is in love with her. she begins to feel herself again with Jacob. then she realizes when she puts herself in dangerous situations she can hear Edwards voice, but that puts her in a very dangerous situation.
I really like this book because i feel like i am actually in Bella's position. You really understand her depth of love that she feels for him, you truly understand that she cant live without him at all. I honestly love Jacob a little more than Edward even though I'm totally team Edward. He is very protective over her and I think that's really sweet. this book really makes me hate Edward. I also hate how easily Bella forgives him. he only thing that makes me feel better is how he doesn't forgive himself, he deserves it for leaving Bella.
Reviewed by Anna K., grade 9
Montrose Crescenta Branch
Bella Swan has been dating Edward Cullen and all seems to be going well. Deeply in love, Bella has not been happier than she is with him. However, Edward can't help but worry for her safety, as nothing but bad things seem to happen to her with him around. With a harsh reminder, Edward decides it is best to leave Forks, Washington with his family than to risk her life. But he leaves her with a broken heart, and she falls deeply into a depression. The only thing that seems to save her is her friendship with Jacob Black. An old friend of her childhood, there is spark of something more, as Bella is happy once more. However, this does not last as long as Bella discovers vampires were not the only supernatural things in their small, rainy town. Just as she begins to make sense of this, she is thrown for another whirlwind as she finds that Edward is in danger himself, and she must save him in a race against time. New Moon by Stephanie Meyer is sure to thrill readers in this thrilling sequel.
New Moon by Stephanie Meyer shows readers a new world, as they discover the existence of werewolves in the town of Forks, Washington. However, many things about this sequel prove to be as problematic as its predecessor. Introducing a love triangle, Jacob Black is in love with Bella Swan, and she seems to be falling for him despite still being in love with Edward. Jacob's character is just as annoying as Edwards, just as controlling as he, but in a different way. With the same "I'm the nice guy, I deserve you not him", that every girl has heard at least once is an example of male entitlement I would have preferred millions of teenagers not to read. On top of that, Meyer displays several dangerous elements in Bella Swan that real people receive treatment for. But rather than shine light on many teens' struggles with mental illnesses she uses it to display Bella's deep love for Edward and how much he really means to her. Overall, I would not recommend this book to anyone to read.
Reviewed by Anonymous, Grade 12
Glendale Central Library
New Moon by Stephenie Meyer starts off with Bella Swan as she celebrates her eighteenth birthday. Things between her and her vampire boyfriend are running pretty smooth, until the Cullens surprise her with a birthday party. When Bella gets a paper cut while opening a present, Jasper, unable to control his blood thirst, launches himself at Bella and tries to kill her. Though Edward stops her from getting hurt, he begins to fear that their presence near Bella is harmful to her. He decides to end their relationship and leave Forks with his family. Bella is distraught and heartbroken, and in a desperate attempt to keep a part of Edward with her, she engages herself in a series of thrill-seeking activities, claiming to hear Edward's voice every time she does so. She also finds relief and comfort in her blossoming friendship with Jacob Black. She then realizes that he is a werewolf. The werewolf clan promises to protect her from vampire attacks from Laurent and Victoria.
Through a series of miscommunication, Edward believes that Bella has killed herself and feeling that his reason for existence is over, he decides to go to the Volturi and provoke them, as they are vampires that can kill him. Alice and Bella get to Edward in time to stop him from harming himself. Meanwhile, the Volturi inform the Cullens that since Bella is a mortal who knows about vampire existence, she must either be killed or be changed into a vampire. Though Edward's family votes on changing Bella into a vampire Edward voices his disapproval while Jacob warns them that if the vampires bite any human being, they will be in violation of the treaty between the vampires and werewolves.
Now, what I like about the story is of course the brooding Edward Cullen and the whole element of drama that exists in his presence. But, honestly speaking, not only does the book portray the female lead as being heavily dependant upon Edward Cullen, but she also takes him back at the end immediately, even after all the pain he's caused her. And, sure that is the ending the readers want, but the book is extremely predictable and cheesy; Meyer refuses to entice her readers even a little bit. Also, the werewolves lack the charm and charisma that the vampires possess, thus the book just seems to draw on with Edward...it gets extremely boring. The only reason I kept reading on through the werewolf parts was because I was anxious to reach the Cullens. All in all, Twi-hards will probably love the book, but for people who look to enthrall themselves with the magic of literature, well, they should look elsewhere.
Reviewed by Aline, grade 9.
New Moon by Stephenie Meyer is the second book in the riveting Twilight Saga. In New Moon, Edward and his family leave Forks because he believes he is endangering Bella's life. During their absence, Bella goes into depression until she develops a strong friendship with Jacob Black, whom she discovers can shape-shift into a wolf. Jacob his tribe protect Bella from Victoria, a vampire seeking to avenge the death of her mate James. After a misunderstanding, Edward believes Bella is dead and since he can't live without her, attempts to commit suicide and now it's now Bella's turn to save Edward.
New Moon by Stephenie Meyer proved to be a good book. Although it's slow in getting to the big plot, it continues the addicting Bella and Edward romance. The second half of the book was much better than the first because the first doesn't have any action. But I like how the author displays how much of an impact Edward makes on Bella when he leaves but after awhile Bella's negativity get annoying. I personally don't like when people are too dependent on each other so when Bella was too effected by him leaving, it bothered me. But overall it was a good book that pulls through with romance.
Reviewed by Nayri T., grade 10
Edward Cullen and his family leave Bella in Forks in fear that Bella’s life will be in danger because of them, for in the last book, Bella was the victim of an attack that almost took her life. This leaves Bella in a depressed state, refusing to communicate or interfere with anyone. Jacob Black gives her a new sense of hope that life will be O.K.. Will she ever be able to adapt to a life without Edward?
New Moon is the second book in author Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight Saga series . I think that New Moon is even better that the first book, Twilight. Stephenie Meyer’s use of detail and imagery captivated me and made me even more eager to finish this series. I highly suggest that you read the book before seeing the movie, because the movie does not fully give all the details. I would recommend this book to any teenage girl.
Reviewed by RO, Grade 10
Casa Verdugo Library
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