
A teenage novel that's enjoyable for all ages..
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In Meyer's second book we see the return of the sweet, if somewhat insecure, Bella Swan and her love Edward, who would be the perfect boyfriend if he wasn't a vampire, constantly tortured by hunger for her blood. After an unfortunate incident Edward and his family flee Forks and leave Bella behind wallowing in the grief of her lost love and building her friendship with Jacob, who happens to be wallowing in some major life changes of his own.
Jacob is the star of the book. He is funny and sweet and loving and provides Bella with the strength and friendship she needs, even when her constant whining becomes rather unbearable as the novel continues. As much as you may want to root for him, it is obvious that Jacob will always be the Rhett to Edward's Ashley. Bella may see him, need him and call on him for assistance in her many times of need, but she will never love him like she loves Edward.
It's refreshing to read the conversations between Bella and Jacob and see their interactions. Jacob is a bit of a rogue, and he willingly engages in risky teenage activities with her. Edward treats her like a china doll, but Jacob helps her live her life, and isn't afraid of her getting a few bumps and bruises along the way.
All and all this book is my favorite of the three. Though the Cullens are painfully absent for a good part of the novel, it is nice not to have to read the romantic protestations of Bella and Edward on every other page. They have a deep and passionate love but at times it feels like being the third wheel with the "I love you like the stars above, I'll love you til I die!" couple. After a while you feel the need to cry out, "I get it! Lot's of love...moving on now..!"
I would highly recommend this novel along with the other two in the series. Meyer writes well and the story is fast and enjoyable. It is wonderful for all age groups, my sister, my aunt and I, ages 16, 58, and 23, respectively, all loved this story.
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