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 enlarge | Author: Stephenie Meyer
Publisher: Little, Brown Young Readers
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  1069 reviews
Sales Rank: 2
Media: Paperback
Reading Level: Young Adult
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 608
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 8.2 x 5.4 x 1.5
ISBN: 0316024961
EAN: 9780316024969
Publication Date: May 31, 2008
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 Missing Edward, but Still Not Disappointed February 25, 2007
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
New Moon starts out wonderfully - Edward's family throws Bella a birthday party, but when she has an accident and starts bleeding, the whole vampire household flips out. Consequently, Edward is filled with guilt and decides that she needs to lead a normal life without being endangered by their presence every day, and so they all pack up and leave. I nearly choked when I saw that time passes without him.
But, try as she might, Bella is empty without him. She realizes that when she is in danger, she can hear his voice in her head (usually yelling), and so she begins to pursue dangerous hobbies just to hear his voice again. One of these hobbies brings her into close friendship with Jacob Black, the Quileute Indian boy who tipped her off to Edward's identity in the first book, and he seems to temporarily appease her pain at Edward's absence. But Jacob has his own secrets, and Bella is again endangered when a vampire returns to Forks for revenge.
I must admit, most of the reason this book kept me up late reading was in hopes of word from Edward. Jacob and his friends were fun, and it *was* exciting to see another facet of the books' mythology, but almost the whole time Bella was with Jake, I was adamantly pining for Edward. When he does return, I was not disappointed, and Jake's involvement also sets up the potential for a powerful love triangle.
It wasn't quite as solid as the first book, but I sense that New Moon is an important transition. Many questions were brought up, like whether vampires have souls, and just how far must Bella and Edward go to stay together? She wants to become one of them, and Edward insists that she remain human. Now that we've caught wind of it, what exactly is agreed in the treaty the vampires have with the Quileutes? And what will Bella do now that her boyfriend and her best friend are mortal enemies? All of this feels like necessary groundwork in order to address these issues in the next book. I enjoyed New Moon immensely, despite Edward's absence for most of it, and I'm eager for the next installment; I can't wait to see how Meyer resolves some of these issues, and what ride we will experience in the next book.
One of the Best out there! April 25, 2007
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Ok, this book is one of the best out there today. It is literally addicting, and you can never put it down. It is such a great read and Stephenie Meyer did an amazing job. The book is deep though, if you're reading it lightly, you won't get the real amazing stuff. I reccomend you read it twice, once to see what happens and twice to get the stuff you missed just to finish the book and find out what happens. I've personally read this book at least 5 times and I'm still finding new stuff each time.
This is a great read and you won't regret it!
Loved this better than Twilight! February 15, 2007
9 out of 11 found this review helpful
Although I too was enthralled by Twilight[ that explored the love between a vampire, Edward Cullen, and a mortal, Bella Swan]this sequel in my opinion is far better. Yes, like other readers, I too was disappointed that the vampires were not a dominant feature in this novel, yet the way the author wrote, you could sense their presence throughout the novel, so it didn't really seem like I missed them. This second novel explores the emotions of Bella as she learns to live on knowing she might never see Edward again. The main theme here is the friendship between Bella and Jacob and how that friendship is challenged not only by Jacob [who wishes more] but the knowledge that Jacob is a natural enemy of the vampires by virtue of his birthright [shall not give away too much]...suffice to say, the vampires do make a reappearance, and the second half of the novel does proceed at a quick pace with lots of thrills thrown in for good measure. I loved the way the author draws Bella's character, lovelorn yet strong-willed, courageous yet weak, Bella is a study in contradictions, yet we can't help but love her for she is someone all who have been in love can relate to. Her love for Edward is all-encompassing, and utterly believable even with the vampire/werewolf angle! I can't wait for the third novel, and it would be great to see Bella's wish to join the vampire clan fulfilled, and how she deals with the challenges...would it change the love between Edward & Bella...gosh, I'm getting ahead of myself, this is purely wishful thinking on my part. I highly recommend this author!
Can't get enough. January 19, 2007
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I loved this book! I got hooked on Stephenie Meyer's writing from Twilight and couldn't wait to get my hands on the next one. She didn't disappoint. Mrs. Meyer does an amazing job of mixing the mystical with reality to create a world that you want to believe exists. You fall in love with the characters; smile at their happiness, laugh at their folly, and cry with their heartache. Completely enchanting and addicting.
Too Good to Put Down, . . . Finished in One Day! January 20, 2007
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This book was one of the best I've read.
It kept you hooked all the wasy to the last page.
Anybody that likes Romance mixed with action and adventure will love this book.
If you liked the first book you will think this one is the best you have ever read or are going to read.
For the book lovers out there this is a winner for anyone who wants a surprise ending and never-ending thrill.
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